Abstract:BACKGROUND:Of all the subsystems of a hospital, inpatient care occupies prime place in terms of resource consumed, use of specialized technical man power, technology and skill. In spite of the huge investment of money, material and the manpower at times even the basic needs of patients are not met. AIMS: The study was conducted, to observe the average length of stay (ALS) of patients in cardio vascular and thoracic Surgery (CVTS) ward, and to find out the bed occupancy rate. METHODS: The admission and discharg… Show more
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