Document Type
Article
Language
eng
Format of Original
8 p.
Publication Date
9-2015
Publisher
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.
Source Publication
Journal of Trauma Nursing
Source ISSN
1078-7496
Original Item ID
doi: 10.1097/JTN.0000000000000146
Abstract
Discharge planning is a complex process and ideally begins early in the patient stay. Despite evidence about the importance of discharge readiness, there is limited literature about the patient's view during this transition. The goal of this study was to explore patient perspectives about the discharge process, including multidisciplinary rounds. Multidisciplinary rounding is a process where care providers from various specialties meet to communicate, coordinate patient care, make decisions, and manage responsibilities. The theme found was “bridges and barriers to discharge.” Participants identified timelines and tasks, communication, social support, and motivation as helpful and medical setbacks, insurance limitations, and infrequent communication as hindrances to the discharge. Future research is recommended examining efficacy of various discharge models and examination of communication and support throughout hospitalization.
Recommended Citation
Zakzesky, Dawn; Klink, Katie; Mcandrew, Natalie S.; Schroeter, Kathryn; and Johnson, Grace, "Bridges and Barriers: Patients' Perceptions of the Discharge Process Including Multidisciplinary Rounds on a Trauma Unit" (2015). College of Nursing Faculty Research and Publications. 392.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/nursing_fac/392
Comments
Accepted version. Journal of Trauma Nursing, Vol. 22, No. 5 (September/October 2015): 232–239. DOI. © 2015 Society of Trauma Nurses. Used with permission.