Why are respiratory patients more likely to be readmitted after discharge? | SAN Patient Care Application – University Medical Center Ho Chi Minh City
Sau khi điều trị các bệnh hô hấp at the hospital Đại học Y Dược TP.HCM, nhiều gia đình cho rằng chỉ cần về nhà nghỉ ngơi là đủ.
But in reality, this group of patients has a very high rate of readmission, especially in elderly.
When monitoring is interrupted
- monitor breathing rate
- oxygen test
- early detection of abnormalities
But when you get home:
- No one is monitoring continuously.
- no early warning
- The reaction often comes when it's already too late.
This is the main cause of readmission.
Common causes of respiratory illnesses
1. Forgetting or stopping medication
Patients feel better → stop taking medication on their own.
What are the possible consequences of forgetting to take your medication?
2. Not monitoring breathing rate.
Small changes include:
- rapid breathing
- mild fatigue
- cough increase
It is often overlooked.
Why is daily home monitoring necessary?
3. Skip follow-up appointments.
What can happen if you delay your follow-up appointment?
Why are respiratory illnesses so common for readmissions?
home care after discharge from hospital
Proper monitoring significantly reduces the risk of readmission.
SAN Daily respiratory monitoring is provided.
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Respiratory illnesses are not dangerous because they are severe, but because their early symptoms are often overlooked.
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