Free BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Practice Question

Which one of the following best describes the primary purpose of discharge planning for an emergency department nurse?

  • Arranging for a patient's transportation from the hospital to their home.

  • Educating the patient about their diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care to ensure a safe transition from the emergency department to the next level of care or home.

  • Prescribing medications to be taken by the patient after discharge.

  • Scheduling a follow-up appointment with a specialist for further evaluation.

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