Cryptic crossword clue
Unpredictable measure said to be used by part of hospital

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word WAYWARD

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The straight part
We know that "Unpredictable" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case unpredictable = wayward.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does WAYWARD mean?

WAYWARD adjective
  1. Given to wilful, perverse deviation from the expected norm; tending to stray
  2. Obstinate, contrary and unpredictable
  3. Not on target

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