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Table 2 Causes of inappropriate lengths of stay

From: Appropriateness of acute admissions and last in-patient day for patients with long term neurological conditions

Cause of inappropriate length of stay

Frequency

Delayed undertaking/receipt of investigations

12

Delayed discharge planning

10

Delayed/inappropriate medical management

8

Not discharged when medically fit

8

Delayed provision of specialist medical/therapeutic services

8

Delayed referral to specialist medical/therapeutic services

6

Delayed transfer to rehab/sub acute facility

5

Further observation required

4

Delayed transfer to long term care

3

Delayed community social care provision

2

Suitable for outpatient care

2

Other

3

Total

71