Patient perceptions of quality in discharge instruction

Comprehensive Overview of Nursing and Interdisciplinary Care of the Acute Ischemic Stroke Patient

“…Another study found that improved patient outcomes were highly dependent on support systems, including family support and an organized systems approach to meeting the discharge needs of the patient and family. 282 What if the stroke victim is too disabled to participate in or benefit from rehabilitation? Hospital staff plays a crucial role in discharge decisions.…”

Patients' Perceptions of Hospital Discharge Informational Content

“…Patients differ in the kind and amount of information they seek, which can vary during different stages of recovery (Smith & Liles, 2007). Clark et al (2005) found that patients perceive a difference between general patient education and informational needs in preparation for discharge. Patients' conceptualization of discharge teaching as the just-in-time teaching provided immediately before leaving the hospital may explain Clark et al's thesis that meeting educational preparation needs throughout hospitalization may not necessarily result in satisfaction with discharge teaching at the time of discharge.…”

The information needs of patients treated with primary angioplasty for heart attack: An exploratory study

“…Increased patient satisfaction [6], reduced levels of psychological distress [7] and enhanced perception of control [8] are all variables associated with effective health information provision. Effective communication is also associated with better patient adherence to prescribed medications [9].…”