Discharge Planning Test Questions &
Answers!!
What does HEART stand for? - ANSWERH- hear client
E- empathize
A- acknowledge situation
R- respond
T- thank you
What is the definition of discharge planning? - ANSWERa centralized, coordinate, multidisciplinary
process that ensures the client has plan for continuing care after leaving the health care facility
begins at the moment the client is admitted**
What are the goals of discharge planning? - ANSWERpromote independence and self care for ADL
increase adherence/compliance with care
identify home health needs
prevent reentry into system
decrease cost of health care
What are the clients' rights? - ANSWERrespectful care
obtain info
make decisions
advanced directives
privacy
record confidentiality
review own records
continuity of care
informed regarding hospital policies and procedures
right to participate or decline involvement in research studies
Answers!!
What does HEART stand for? - ANSWERH- hear client
E- empathize
A- acknowledge situation
R- respond
T- thank you
What is the definition of discharge planning? - ANSWERa centralized, coordinate, multidisciplinary
process that ensures the client has plan for continuing care after leaving the health care facility
begins at the moment the client is admitted**
What are the goals of discharge planning? - ANSWERpromote independence and self care for ADL
increase adherence/compliance with care
identify home health needs
prevent reentry into system
decrease cost of health care
What are the clients' rights? - ANSWERrespectful care
obtain info
make decisions
advanced directives
privacy
record confidentiality
review own records
continuity of care
informed regarding hospital policies and procedures
right to participate or decline involvement in research studies
