title: Discharge after colorectal cancer surgery 2: planning.
abstract: This is a two-part unit on preparing patients for hospital discharge following surgery for colorectal cancer. Part 1 explored the rationale for different surgical procedures, and discussed common side-effects and the impact of treatment on patients. This second part addresses the various components of good discharge planning: assessment; technical care; coordination and communication; emotional support; the rehabilitation process; and family involvement (Long et al, 2002).
authors: Burdett Institute of Gastrointestinal Nursing, St Mark's Hospital, Harrow, Middlesex.
authors: Claire
authors: C
authors: Taylor
mesh_terms: D015179:Colorectal Neoplasms / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery*; D004644:Emotions; D004739:England; D005190:Family; D006801:Humans; D010351:Patient Discharge