John is 82 and in hospital. He has had a stroke and is confined to a wheelchair. He also has other health issues including high blood pressure, chronic heart failure and a recent hip fracture.
John wishes to be discharged so that he can return home. He has a very supportive partner, almost 30 years younger than him who feels she will be able to cope with looking after him at home.
The doctors disagree. They have concerns for his safety and doubt whether his partner would manage his 24 hour care needs. Claiming that there wouldn't be funding for the level of home care required, hospital staff want to transfer John to a private hospital, despite his desire to go home.
What do you think?
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