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Child dies after 'wrong' adrenaline dose administered
28 Nov
Summary
- A six-year-old boy died following six cardiac arrests in hospital.
- The child allegedly received an adrenaline dose meant for a heart attack.
- A nurse has been suspended amid ongoing investigations into the death.
A six-year-old boy in Manaus, Brazil, died after allegedly receiving an incorrect adrenaline dosage while being treated for a dry cough. Benício Xavier de Freitas experienced six cardiac arrests in the hospital, with his parents claiming the intravenous adrenaline administered was meant for a heart attack patient. The child's father reported that Benício deteriorated rapidly after the first dose, complaining of a burning sensation in his chest.
Despite intensive medical efforts, including resuscitation after the initial five cardiac arrests, the youngster succumbed to the sixth. The family is devastated and seeks justice, emphasizing that no other family should endure such pain. An investigation into the incident is underway, and a nurse involved has been suspended pending the outcome.
Authorities, including the police and the Regional Medical Council, are now scrutinizing the circumstances surrounding Benício's death. The family hopes their tragedy will prevent similar incidents from happening in the future, highlighting the critical importance of accurate medical procedures and dosages in pediatric care.
