An early postpartum hospital discharge program: implementation and evaluation.
The philosophy of the FBC strengthens the concept of childbirth as a normal physiologic process. Couples are guaranteed a high level of quality nursing and medical care. Simultaneously, provisions are made to enhance the family's assertiveness in obtaining a satisfying experience in the hospital that extends to the home environment. With careful planning and decision making throughout the pregnancy, early discharge becomes a satisfying and safe alternative for families and provides a means to decrease the ever rising cost of health care.
D002641:Chicago; D005260:Female; D006699:Home Care Services / Q000458:organization & administration; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007902:Length of Stay; D008427:Maternal Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital; D010043:Outcome and Process Assessment, Health Care; D010351:Patient Discharge; D011181:Postnatal Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D011247:Pregnancy