According to Healthwatch, thousands of people treated in hospital remain longer than is clinically necessary because of administrative delays or lack of community care. This results in unnecessary distress for patients and additional strain on the NHS.
Nursing Management. 24, 8, 11-11. doi: 10.7748/nm.24.8.11.s13
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