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in Discharge Planning Preparation is important for making a smooth transition from inpatient rehabilitation to your home. Please review the questions below and talk to your doctor, case manager, therapist, or nurse about your questions or concerns.
Transportation to Your Home: » At the time of your 11am discharge from the hospital, who will be the best person to pick you up and take you home? Medications Penn Rehab will offer you the use of My Penn Pharmacy bedside medication delivery on the morning of discharge, for which you can pay for by credit card or be billed. Your case manager will assist with these arrangements. »A re you able to get your prescriptions filled when you leave the hospital? A nurse, case manager, or pharmacist can help make arrangements. » Do you understand what your medicines are supposed to do? » How often should you take them? » How many should you take? » What side effects should prompt you to call your doctor? Medical Supplies Do you need any medical supplies (for example, surgical wound bandages or oxygen), equipment (for example, shower seat, walker), or assistive devices (for example, reacher, sock aid, dressing stick)? You may be able to get these before leaving the hospital or have family members pick them up before you go home.
Follow-up Appointment » Who is making your follow-up appointments? » What is the time and location of your appointment? What is the doctor’s name? » Will you have transportation to the appointment? Moving About Your Home » Will you need physical aids in the home, such as a bedside commode or bathroom grab bars? » Should you speak with a physical therapist to determine if you could benefit from the use of a cane or walker? Groceries and Meal Planning » Can a family member or friend drive you to the store or shop for you? » Can a family member or friend move food, plates, and pots to easily reach on shelves? Treatments » What should you do at home to help manage your condition? » Should you follow a special diet? »D o you need any home health or outpatient services? What type? How often? » Does your insurance cover home health or outpatient services ordered by your doctor?
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