New acute inpatient units for adult mental health should be limited to between 10 and 15 beds, the Royal College of Psychiatrists recommends. The minimum safe size for units, which should be housed in district general hospitals, is likely to be three 15-bedded wards, its report says. Not Just Bricks and Mortar. Tel: 0171235 2351 ext 146. £7.50.
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