Discharge Resources for Clients

Hospital discharge requires a multidisciplinary and multi-dimensional approach. Empowering your clients through accessible education and resources is one step of the process. This helps ensure a healthy discharge that reduces the likelihood of readmissions. Below are listed quick, printable PDF resources regarding topics that are especially relevant and common during discharge. Resources include medication management logs, nutrition guidelines, as well as some resources in Spanish.

Blood Pressure

• What Is High Blood Pressure (PDF)
• What Is High Blood Pressure - Spanish (PDF)
• My Blood Pressure Log (PDF)

Exercise

• How Much Exercise Do I Need (PDF)
• How Much Exercise Do I Need - Spanish (PDF)
• Activity Log (PDF)

Help for Caregivers

• How Can I Care For My Loved One (PDF)
• How Should I Care for Myself as a Caregiver (PDF)

Home Modifications/Fall Prevention

• AARP Home Fit Guide (PDF)
• You CAN Prevent Falls (PDF)
• Preventing Outdoor Falls (PDF)

Medication Management

• Medication Log A (PDF)
• Medication Log B (PDF)
• Patient Guide to Medication Management (PDF)

Nutrition

• Nutrition Facts Sheet (PDF)
• Nutrition Label - Spanish (PDF)
• Why Should I Lose Weight (PDF)
• How Do I Follow a Healthy Diet (PDF)

Page last updated 3:43 PM, July 16, 2020