When overseeing discharge at the end of a patient's stay, a nurse appropriately recognizes that the discharge process includes which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Obtaining a discharge order from the patient's physician
2. Informing the patient's family if the patient is leaving against medical advice (AMA)
3. Documenting the patient's condition, including vital signs
4. Making sure that the patient has appropriate living conditions and will be properly cared for after discharge
5. Assisting the patient to the car or other transportation, if needed
ANS: 1, 3, 5
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