Before a child leaves hospital, which discharge action is most important for preventing an unsafe transition home?
Correct answer: B. Ask the caregiver to repeat medicines, warning signs and follow-up plans
- A. Give written instructions without checking understanding
- B. Ask the caregiver to repeat medicines, warning signs and follow-up plans
- C. Tell the caregiver to contact the hospital only if symptoms last a week
- D. Provide follow-up information only to an older sibling
Explanation
Using teach-back confirms that the caregiver understands medicines, warning signs, follow-up and when to seek urgent help. Written information alone does not prove that instructions were understood.
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Care of the hospitalised child covers admission assessment, monitoring vital signs, medication safety, pain relief, nutrition, hygiene, infection prevention and safe discharge planning. It also addresses atraumatic care, therapeutic play, communication with children and parents, family participation, separation anxiety, safeguarding and the child’s rights during hospital care.
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