Discharge?! I’m not ready?
5 Tips for safe discharge plus a Bonus
- Safe discharge starts at admission
- Have healthcare proxy paperwork available and person on notice
- Have a list of medications, dosages, diagnosis as well as allergies to hand off to care team at hospital
- Ask what test are being run and what new medications are being administered
- What is/are the diagnosis?
- What are your goals and the goals of the care team?
- What needs to be in place for a safe discharge?
*Hire a Patient Advocate to make sure your care needs are met, inform you on options for care, and coordinate care to reach your goals.
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