Nurse Dies After Asthma Attack at Ogun Psychiatric Hospital – Daily Trust

A nurse recognized as Taiwo Godwin Ayodeji has died after allegedly struggling an bronchial asthma assault at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, Ogun State, sparking outrage over allegations of medical negligence.

Ayodeji, a Post-Basic Nursing scholar at the School of Nursing, Aro, was stated to have been a identified bronchial asthma affected person.

According to an eyewitness, Ayodeji developed respiratory difficulties whereas taking part in soccer and was rushed to the hospital’s emergency unit.

A pal who accompanied him stated the deceased was nonetheless capable of stroll into the power upon arrival.

However, the eyewitness alleged that though Ayodeji was positioned on oxygen, the gear was not switched on.

“I noticed he was on oxygen, but the oxygen was not put on,” the supply was quoted as saying.

The supply additional alleged that by the point the medical staff attended to him, his situation had deteriorated, with a weak pulse and dilated pupils.

Efforts to safe his airway had been reportedly unsuccessful earlier than he was pronounced useless.

The eyewitness additionally alleged that Ayodeji’s demise was the second involving a nurse from the identical college at the power this yr, elevating considerations amongst colleagues and college students.

Reacting to the incident, the administration of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, confirmed the demise and introduced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding it.

In a press release issued on Saturday and signed by the Public Relations Officer, Ajibola Joseph Oluwatoyin Abiola, on behalf of the Acting Provost and Medical Director, the hospital stated it was deeply saddened by the demise of Mr Ayodeji whereas he was receiving care at its General Medical Practice Unit (GMPU).

“The management extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, friends, colleagues, fellow students, and the entire nursing community over this painful loss,” the assertion learn.

The hospital assured college students, workers and members of the general public that an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident was ongoing, including that it will be thorough, neutral and clear.

It urged the general public to stay calm and permit the investigation to proceed.

“We remain committed to patient safety, professional accountability and the highest standards of care,” the assertion added.