Thai hospital apologises after nurse cuts off 1-year-old boy's index finger with scissors
The assistant nurse allegedly inserted the scissors between the boy's fingers.
A Thai hospital expressed regret after an assistant nurse inadvertently severed a one-year-old boy's right index finger with scissors during his discharge process on September 11. The incident occurred while the hospital staff was removing an intravenous tube, according to a statement released on Facebook by Loengnoktha Crown Prince Hospital in Yasothon province.
The severed fingertip was placed in an ice box and transported to Sunpasitthiprasong Hospital for reattachment, which required two surgical procedures. The toddler's mother, identified as Wiphaphon Namkhan, shared her account of the events on Facebook, stating that her child continued to experience pain and required medical attention.
The hospital had admitted the boy two days prior due to respiratory and gastrointestinal infections, and he was discharged as his condition improved. The assistant nurse's actions involved attempting to cut through the gauze wrapped around the tube, but the scissors failed to penetrate, resulting in the injury. Upon discovering the severed finger, hospital staff provided immediate first aid and care by pediatric, surgical, and orthopedic specialists.
The hospital issued an apology, acknowledging the distress caused to the boy and his family, and promised ongoing support, including compensation for medical expenses and travel. The assistant nurse involved in the incident was suspended pending further investigation, and the hospital conducted a comprehensive review of patient care procedures to ensure future safety.
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