10th June 2022

You are a specialist registrar in rheumatology

You are a specialist registrar in rheumatology. One of your patients attends the outpatient clinic, with the view to commencing a new biologic treatment for rheumatoid arthritis. However, they have not had some essential blood tests done, which are required before the treatment is started. It transpires that one of your colleagues, who has since left their role at the hospital, did not request the blood tests on their previous appointment. The patient is upset to learn that they will not be able to start their new treatment.

Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.