Table 2 Reasons for non-recruitment
From: Feasibility study for early supported discharge in adults with respiratory infection in the UK
Reasons for non-recruitment | N | % |
|---|---|---|
Confusion (Abbreviated Mini-mental Test Score [AMTS] <7) | 37 | 20 |
Require more complex multi-disciplinary team [MDT] input (physiotherapy, OT, social services) | 35 | 19 |
Infective exacerbation of COPD [other services available] | 20 | 11 |
Other co-morbidities requiring in patient stay | 18 | 9.5 |
Clinical deterioration or mental health issues | 17 | 9 |
Patient declined | 13 | 7 |
Awaiting investigations to exclude pulmonary emboli | 11 | 6 |
‘Missed’ | 10 | 5 |
Too well (suitable for discharge without support) | 10 | 5 |
Carer/next of kin (NOK) declined | 5 | 2.5 |
Too hypoxic | 4 | 2 |
No respiratory infection | 3 | 2 |
INR issues | 3 | 2 |
Total | 186 | 100 |