Knowing that discharge summary information is integral to the client's ongoing care, which of the point(s) regarding discharge summaries must the nurse be aware? Select all that apply
a. The discharge summary is important because many clients require follow-up care.
b. A complete discharge summary is a guide for healthcare professionals in the community.
c. The nurse can give a verbal transfer report, which is the same as a discharge summary.
d. The discharge summary is the final note in the client's health record
e. A complete discharge summary must be handwritten using the narrative note format.
A, B, D
A complete discharge summary must be completed even if a complete verbal transfer report is given to ensure that all important and specific information is communicated to another healthcare provider when the client is discharged from the hospital. It is important for every client for ongoing care and documentation while the client is in the community. A verbal transfer report is not a replacement for the comprehensive discharge record; it can be done in the EMR formats, a narrative note, or on a discharge summary form.
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