Planning a patient's discharge from hospital

Katikireddi, S. V. and Cloud, G. C. (2008) Planning a patient's discharge from hospital. British Medical Journal, 337(a2694), pp. 472-476. (doi: 10.1136/bmj.a2694)

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Abstract

Discharge planning aims to improve the coordination of services and care after a patient’s discharge from hospital Good planning requires anticipation of potential problems by good information gathering, early resolution of potential barriers to discharge, and timely referral to the multidisciplinary team Planning involves close collaboration between the patient, the family, and the multidisciplinary team; this leads to improved patient and carer satisfaction The junior doctor is often an important coordinating link in the process of discharge.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Katikireddi, Professor Vittal
Authors: Katikireddi, S. V., and Cloud, G. C.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Health & Wellbeing > MRC/CSO SPHSU
College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Health & Wellbeing > Public Health
Journal Name:British Medical Journal
ISSN:0959-8138
ISSN (Online):1756-1833

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