New decision support tool improves discharge outcomes

(University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing) In an effort to lessen readmission risk after discharge and achieve the best possible outcomes for patients, hospital-based clinicians are more intentionally planning discharge of those who require post-acute care (PAC). Yet, although hospital clinicians strive to effectively refer patients who require PAC, their discharge-planning processes often vary greatly and typically are not evidence-based.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news