New evidence-based MTBI discharge form proposed.
Discharge forms based on proven risk factors and properly worded can help improve outcomes for patients who have suffered mild concussions. Following the literature will ensure that your forms do not omit important patient instructions. Do not use language that is too difficult for the average patient to understand. Try to stick to the sixth grade level. Make sure the patient knows what to expect in terms of potential impairments impacting daily activities.
D001924:Brain Concussion / Q000628:therapy*; D004282:Documentation / Q000592:standards*; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital / Q000592:standards*; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D005568:Forms and Records Control / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D009518:New York; D009864:Ontario; D010351:Patient Discharge / Q000592:standards*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000592:standards; D012306:Risk