Mortality classification*
| Category | Description |
| 1 | Anticipated death or complication following terminal illness |
| 2 | Expected death or complication given clinical situation, despite taking preventive measures |
| 3 | Unexpected death or complication, not reasonably preventable |
| 4 | Potentially preventable death or complication: quality or systems issues identified |
| 5 | Unexpected death or complication resulting directly from medical intervention or overt infrastructure failure |
*AIC Kijabe Hospital.