Discharge Planning Advisor Archives – December 1, 2009
December 1, 2009
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Improving hospital discharge process is project tackled through variety of plans
National agencies have committed millions in federal funding to studies of how to improve the hospital discharge process, and as study results come in, certain best practices are emerging. -
Research provides ideas to improve discharges
Evidence is growing to show how specific hospital interventions at discharge can improve outcomes for patients and reduce health care costs - two goals that likely will be at the centerpiece of any new national health care legislation. -
Studies show decrease in senior care continuity
If the discharge planning community's ideal is to begin the discharge process at the door, when patients are admitted to the hospital, then community provider input is necessary for a smooth care transition. -
Challenges emerge when dealing with uninsured
Two events made hospital discharges of uninsured, illegal immigrants a politically charged issue this past summer: -
Discharge often difficult at children's hospitals
A researcher and pediatric physician who has studied insurance and immigration issues related to medical care has found that several myths create an emotional response that complicates the medical and political issue of who should pay for health care for undocumented immigrants. -
Hospital created simple, effective discharge tool
An effective and simple discharge checklist is the ideal tool for hospital nurses and others who handle the patient discharge process. -
Here's a look at UNM Hospitals discharge checklist
Nurses, please review checklist at the bedside with patient or caregiver. Coordinate with other disciplines as needed. -
Study: ICU used more by dying in U.S. than in England
A new study shows that patients with terminal illness are significantly more likely to be treated in intensive care units in the United States than they are in England.