Table 3 Major risk factors of the medical discharge letter and improvements to reduce risk factors
Risks factors of the medical discharge letter | Suggestions for improvement |
|---|---|
Delayed delivery | Introduction of electronic transfer systems |
Quality, lack of information | Training in writing medical discharge letters |
Education in writing medical discharge letters | Integration of writing medical discharge letters in study and teaching (checklists, workshops) |
Lack of patient understanding | Translation of medical terms, formulation of a (patient-centered) medical discharge letter. |