Death Rate Figures At LGI Possibly Inaccurate

The transcript discusses the suspension of surgeries at the Leeds Child Heart Unit due to high mortality rates and legal issues. The Archbishop of York visited to offer support. A specific case of a child, Allen Nuessen Smith, is highlighted, whose surgery is delayed. NHS reorganization and flawed decision-making processes are mentioned, along with disputes over data accuracy. NHS England cites multiple reasons for the suspension, including community concerns.

What was the role of the Archbishop of York in the situation at the heart unit?

• He was leading a protest against the NHS.

• He was providing moral support to the staff and families.

• He was offering financial support.

• He was performing surgeries.

What is the main concern of Allen Nuessen Smith's parents regarding her surgery?

• The cost of the surgery.

• The lack of experienced doctors.

• The uncertainty of where and when the surgery will take place.

• The type of surgery being performed.

Why was the decision made to suspend surgeries at the Leeds Child Heart unit?

• Due to a lack of funding.

• Because of high mortality rates reported.

• Because the unit was being relocated.

• Due to a shortage of medical staff.

What was the reaction of the senior staff at the unit to the mortality rate figures?

• They ignored the figures.

• They agreed with the figures.

• They doubted the accuracy of the figures.

• They believed the figures were accurate.

What did Sir Bruce Keogh describe as a reason for suspending surgeries?

• A recent natural disaster.

• A constellation of reasons including community concerns.

• A new government policy.

• A lack of equipment.