Table 2

Perceived reasons for delays to discharge

Response
n (%)*
Perceived factors causing delay to patient discharge (n=92)
 Waiting for discharge medicines64 (70)
 Waiting for test results13 (14)
 Waiting for further tests9 (10)
 Waiting for transport home9 (10)
 Unsure6 (7)
 Other6 (7)
 Waiting for social care arrangements2 (2)
  • *Categories not mutually exclusive.