What happens when you're released from the hospital after treatment? You may still need care, at home or at another facility. This sheet walks you through the discharge process, so you know what to expect.
When it's time to leave the hospital, the last thing most patients want is to find themselves returning for the same condition that landed them in there in the first place. One good way to avoid a trip back to the hospital is to pay close attention to your discharge instructions: guidelines for your medicines and follow-up care that will help you recover safely.
Joint Replacement: Understanding Your Discharge Instructions
Watch this video to learn the importance of understanding your discharge instructions and why you need to ask questions to make sure you understand your instructions.
Being discharged from the hospital after having a heart attack is a great step in your recovery. This program will help you to understand what the next steps are and by following your discharge instructions you are doing all you can to help heal.
