hospital discharge

Hospital discharge is the process of formally releasing a patient from a hospital after their treatment. Before discharge, healthcare providers assess the patient’s health to ensure they are stable and ready to leave. Discharge may involve providing instructions for follow-up care, medications, and lifestyle changes. Patients often receive a summary of their treatment and any necessary referrals, ensuring they know how to continue their recovery at home. Discharge planning is essential to prevent complications and promote healing outside the hospital, and patients are encouraged to ask questions about their care.