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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 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.
o I’VE MADE A LIST OF MY 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.
o I KNOW WHO TO CALL if 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).
o I KNOW IF I NEED HOME HEALTHCARE such as keeping up with or getting to doctor appointmen help with medicines,
physical therapy, wound care, injections or medical equipment.
o I KNOW MY APPROVED, LOCAL MEDICARE SUPPLIERS by visiting: MEDICARE.GOV or call 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 GO ONLINE TO VISIT kindredhealthcare.com and view my test results, request an appointment, view my health records or pay my bill. I can also call Kindred Hospital at 123-456-7899.
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I WILL ASK the nurse, doctor or discharge planner to repeat
themselves if I don’t understand ALL my instructions!
o I’VE ASKED QUESTIONS about my after-hospital care, diet or physical restrictions, medical supplies or equipment such as wheelchairs,
oxygen or a walker.
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