Developing the mortality review process—consensus design principles
| Infrastructure | Data collection must be electronic |
|---|---|
| Reporting | Data should be aggregated and trended across all departments |
| Scope | Process must cover all deaths |
| Source | Front-line clinician input can provide more information than a centralised process (3rd party clinician review): must eventually include entire care team (eg, attendings, residents, nurses) |
| Speed | Review must be quick and efficient (many deaths not preventable) |
| Timing | Reviews should be completed within 48–72 h after the death (allow completion from memory without additional chart review) |
| Additional review | Some cases may require further inquiry or may need to be reviewed by other departments |