Preparing for a Hospital Stay: Why Mobility Matters
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Preparing for discharge is an important aspect of caring for an older adult that has been hospitalized. Hospital staff should provide a detailed written Discharge Care Plan and discuss it with both the patient before discharge. This video shows what to expect in preparing for discharge from the hospital and what to consider for ongoing care, including discussing the level of care needed for the patient after discharge and receiving demonstration and instructions for care needed after discharge such as administering medications, wound care, mobility assistance, and any need for medical equipment.
Preparing for discharge is an important aspect of caring for an older adult that has been hospitalized. Hospital staff should provide a detailed written Discharge Care Plan and discuss it with both the patient before discharge. This video shows what to expect in preparing for discharge from the hospital and what to consider for ongoing care, including discussing the level of care needed for the patient after discharge and receiving demonstration and instructions for care needed after discharge such as administering medications, wound care, mobility assistance, and any need for medical equipment.
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