A nurse recognized as Taiwo Godwin Ayodeji has died after struggling an asthma attack at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, Ogun State, sparking outrage over alleged medical negligence.
Ayodeji, a post-basic nursing pupil at the School of Nursing, Aro, was stated to be a recognized asthma affected person.
According to an eyewitness account, Ayodeji developed respiratory difficulties whereas taking part in soccer and was rushed to the hospital’s emergency unit.
The eyewitness, nevertheless, alleged that though Ayodeji was positioned on oxygen tools, the oxygen provide was not turned 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 dying was the second time a nurse from the identical college had died at the power this 12 months, elevating considerations amongst colleagues and college students.
Reacting to the incident, the administration of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, confirmed the dying and introduced an investigation.
In a press assertion signed by the Public Relations Officer, Ajibola Joseph Oluwatoyin Abiola, on behalf of the Acting Provost and Medical Director on Saturday, the hospital stated it was deeply saddened by the premature dying of Mr Taiwo Godwin whereas 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 stated.
The hospital assured college students, employees and the general public that an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident was ongoing, promising that it could 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.
