Preparation of a discharge plan as a humanized practice in nursing

Abstract

The aim was to report the experience of monitoring the patient's discharge, focusing on health education and technical guidance according to individual needs, in a humanized way, using visual forms to better adhere to self-care and providing care to the patient at home. by companions and family members. This is an experience report carried out in a public hospital in the city of Rio de Janeiro, where the difficulty of an elderly patient regarding medications and post-discharge management was identified. A visual discharge plan was used, with graphic markings and playful colors to facilitate understanding. The results indicated that the use of visual forms and a humanized approach facilitated adherence to self-care, highlighting the importance of discharge planning that considers the individual needs of patients. It was concluded that the implementation of a humanized discharge plan can improve the quality of care and promote a safer transition for patients from hospital to home.