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What is a common goal of discharge planning in all care settings?

Asked by Howie, Last updated: Oct 31, 2024

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John Adney

John Adney

John Adney
John Adney

Answered Oct 26, 2017

The goal to teach the client how to perform self-care activities

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John Smith

John Smith

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John Smith

Answered Sep 09, 2016

Providing continuity of care for the client-rationale: a common goal of discharge planning in all settings is providing continuity of care for the client. this action aids the clients transition to a new setting and can shorten facility stays. providing financial assistance isnt a goal of discharge planning, although the nurse may make referrals to the appropriate department for financial assistance. rather than preventing the need for follow-up visits, the nurse should encourage the client to return for these visits. client needs category: safe, effective care environment client needs subcategory: management of care cognitive level: knowledge reference: taylor, c., et al. fundamentals of nursing: the art and science of nursing care, 6th ed. philadelphia: lippincott williams & wilkins, 2008, p. 180.
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