Negligence was assigned to the hospital as well for releasing the patient after the ultrasound and not admitting her immediately. The patient's presentation clearly indicated that something was wrong. If admitted at that time, her chances of survival could have improved significantly. It was not a sudden or subtle condition that would be difficult to detect. Nurse Assesses Patient Incorrectly, MD Not Called.
Fetus Soon Dies.
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