Patient Discharge Process

Clinical workflow for safely discharging patients with proper documentation and follow-up.

Patient Discharge Process
Duration:2–4 hours
Roles:Attending Physician, Nurse, Discharge Coordinator
Cadence:Per patient
HealthcareMedium

Steps

  1. 1

    Physician discharge order

    Physician reviews case and writes discharge order.

  2. 2

    Medication reconciliation

    Review and reconcile all medications with discharge prescriptions.

  3. 3

    Prepare discharge summary

    Document diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up instructions.

  4. 4

    Patient education

    Explain medications, wound care, activity restrictions, and warning signs.

  5. 5

    Schedule follow-up

    Book follow-up appointments with primary care or specialists.

  6. 6

    Coordinate home care

    Arrange home health, equipment, or therapy if needed.

  7. 7

    Final vital signs

    Take and record final vital signs before discharge.

  8. 8

    Transport and release

    Arrange transport and complete discharge paperwork.

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