Table 2.

Causes of inappropriate lengths of stay

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