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o I WILL ASK the nurse, doctor or discharge planner to repeat themselves if I don't understand ALL my instructions!
DISCHARGE CHECKLIST
4Check it Out! o I UNDERSTAND why I was in
the hospital, my treatment, tests, procedures and care plan before leaving the hospital.
o I RECEIVED a written discharge summary explaining all of the above.
o I'VE ASKED QUESTIONS about my care plan and they were answered clearly, so that I understood them.
o I EXPLAINED, IN MY OWN WORDS, my diagnosis and plan of treatment to show that I understand.
o I KNOW THE PHARMACY HAS MY NEW PRESCRIPTIONS and I know the WHY, WHEN and HOW of my new MEDs.
oI’VEMADEALISTOFMY MEDs including new MEDs. I've told my doctor about other MEDs I am taking, including over-the-counter MEDs, vitamins or supplements.
o I’VE WRITTEN DOWN any appointments with my doctor or tests I need after I leave the hospital. I know how i am getting to them.
oIKNOWWHOTOCALLif I have questions when I get home.
o I KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS that might slow my healing.
o I KNOW IF I NEED AFTER- HOSPITAL SERVICES for personal care (help eating, dressing, bathroom cooking, shopping or laundry).
oIKNOWIFINEEDHOME HEALTHCARE such as keeping up with or getting to doctor appointments,
help with medicines, physical therapy, wound care, injections or medical equipment.
o I KNOW MY APPROVED, LOCAL MEDICARE SUPPLIERS by visiting: MEDICARE.GOV or calling 1-800-MEDICARE.
o I'VE ASKED MY CASE WORKER OR DISCHARGE PLANNER to nd local support groups or after-care services.
o I KNOW I CAN access my medical information online with the Patient Portal! I can get information related to my hospital stay, including medications, allergies, radiology results, and discharge instructions. I can call 337-527-4353 with any questions.
o I’VE ASKED QUESTIONS about my after-hospitalcare, diet or physical restrictions, medical supplies or equipment such as wheelchairs, oxygen or a walker.