This document discusses discharge planning from the hospital. It defines discharge as when a patient leaves the hospital either after completing treatment, leaving against medical advice, or expiring. The key aspects of discharge planning are coordinating care, exchanging information between present and future caregivers, and initiating the process early. The goals of discharge planning are to provide continuity of care and ensure the patient's and family's understanding of the treatment plan and safe return home. The document outlines the steps of the discharge process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.