Admission, Transfer and Discharge Procedure in Hospital: Review Article

Abstract

Background: Admission to hospital can be traumatic experience with anxiety and fear for anyone. The
person loses his identity, independence and control of daily living. The duration and severity of illness
influence his/her reaction to admission procedure. This study aim to determine the role of nurse in admission
discharge and transfer procedure in hospital
Methods: A PubMed, Google scholar and textbooks (2000-2018) literature review was undertaken to define
the admission, discharge and transfer procedure in hospital.
Results: We identified 10 relevant articles and books. The most frequently noted form of admission discharge
and transfer procedure in hospital.
Conclusions: This article bring to light the procedure of admission, points to be remember during
hospitalization of patient because admission to hospital can be traumatic experience with anxiety and fear
for anyone