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Delayed hospital discharge: how nurses can help get patients home

Thousands of patients are stuck on UK hospital wards and at risk of deconditioning. Find out how ‘discharge to assess’ and early discharge planning steps can help
Posted 05 February 2024 - 08:00
Two nurses stand looking at a patient lying in a hospital bed, discussing discharge plans
 
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