Approaches to postmortem examination consent taking in 26 National Health Service trusts
| Approach | Staff responsible for consent taking | Number of trusts |
|---|---|---|
| Team approach: Total=17 (65%) | Clinician lead working with bereavement staff (or similar) | 14 (54%) |
| Bereavement staff (or similar) lead working with clinician | 3 (12%) | |
| Individual approach: Total=3 (12%) | Clinician acting alone | 3 (12%) |
| Clinician lead or bereavement staff (or similar) lead: Total=3 (12%) | Either clinician or bereavement staff (or similar) lead | 3 (12%) |
| Unspecified: Total=3 (12%) | Unspecified | 3 (12%) |