CH A PT E R 1 give special attention to this and ascertain whether there is any real need for extending a remand. The prevalence of extending remand orders for unreasonable excuses such as ‘not having the opportunity to conduct investigations within the period of the first remand’ should not be accepted. Detaining an individual in a police lock-up deprives the individual of basic human rights, such as, but not limited to, freedom of movement. ii. Preparing medication log books for OKT SUHAKAM recommends sentries prepare medication log books for each OKT, recording their name, medications administered (if known), and the dosage frequency of administering any medicines for the reference of sentries on different shifts. iii. Early and proper treatment for detainees Early diagnosis and treatment are vital to saving patients’ lives. SUHAKAM was informed that in the event of a perforated gastric ulcer, early diagnosis and proper treatment can save a patient’s life. The doctor administering the treatment must take into account the medical background of a patient who is a detainee. SUHAKAM recommends doctors provide early band treatment such as, but not limited to, conducting blood tests, x-rays and other appropriate medical examinations. iv. Replacing medical tools and machines that are faulty SUHAKAM has been given to understand that the x-ray machine at KKBP was not working properly for a period of almost 2 years and this contributed to the lack of diagnoses for patients. SUHAKAM was also informed that the problem was brought to the attention of the relevant departments and MOH. The average number of patients at KKBP including detainees who are sent to KKBP for treatment is high, considering KKBP is one of the major clinics in Batu Pahat. SUHAKAM recommends that any medical tools and machines that are essential for treatment and are not in proper working order should be replaced immediately. v. Briefing by pathologist to the deceased’s family SUHAKAM recommends that family members of the deceased be given access to the body. SUHAKAM also recommends that coroners provide the bereaving families with a comprehensive explanation to avoid any misunderstandings. SUHAKAM further recommends that the pathologists involved brief the deceased’s family members before and after an autopsy is performed to ensure they obtain an accurate assessment. SUHAKAM ANNUAL REPORT 2018 81