Mapping the Discharge Process After Surgery

• DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2023.7539
• Publication Date: 2024-02-21T16:01:08Z
• Authors: Laura A. Graham; Samantha Illarmo; Caroline P. Gray; Alex H. S. Harris; Todd H. Wagner; Mary T. Hawn; James C. Iannuzzi; Sherry M. Wren
• Keywords: Thematic Analysis; Surgical nursing; Acute care; Transitional care; Dieticians; Hospital discharge

Care transition models are structured approaches used to ensure the smooth transfer of patients between health care settings or levels care, but none currently tailored surgical patient. Tailoring unique needs may lead significant improvements in outcomes and reduced fragmentation. The first step developing is understand discharge process.