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Admission and Discharge Procedures in Nursing Care

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Managed care plan Insurance programs requiring preapproval for routine admissions. Outpatient basis Procedure performed without an overnight stay. Prior authorization Approval needed before hospitalization. Orientation for new patient Includes room details, call bell location, and nurse name...

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  • November 11, 2024
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Admission and Discharge Procedures in Nursing Care
Managed care plan

Insurance programs requiring preapproval for routine admissions.




Outpatient basis

Procedure performed without an overnight stay.




Prior authorization

Approval needed before hospitalization.




Orientation for new patient

Includes room details, call bell location, and nurse names.




Valuables for admitted patient

Should be sent home with a family member.




Medications discrepancy

Notify primary care provider of medications not on order sheet.




Verification of orders

Typically done by LPN/LVN in skilled nursing facilities.

, Incorrect consent form

Should be destroyed and a new one completed accurately.




Transfer Authorization

Specific order by the primary care provider required for transfers between nursing areas.




Patient's Walker

All patient equipment should be labeled with the patient's name, usually using a wide piece of tape.




Personal Items Check

Before transfer, checking drawers and shelves for personal items helps prevent loss.




Discharge Planning Start

Discharge planning for hospitalized patients begins at the time of admission.




Valuables Return

Retrieve patient's stored valuables and have the patient sign for them according to policy.




Discharge Instructions

Written discharge instructions are prepared by the registered nurse.

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