Discharge check list

This checklist is to enable you to identify which patients have complex needs.

• Does the patient live alone? Do they live in suitable accommodation?
• How mobile is he/she? Refer to Physiotherapist if concerned.
• Do they have stairs? Are they likely to require downstairs living?
• Have they got access to toilet facilities? Is a commode/urinal required? Who will empty this?
• If they require District Nurses/carers how will they gain access? Can the person open the door?
• Is a pressure relieving mattress/cushion required? Provide up-to-date waterlow score.
• Have they got any caring responsibilities? Refer to social services
• What support do they have? Do they already have carers?
• Do they need assistance with personal cares/meal provision? Refer to social services.