| When you leave the hospital, the staff should give you: |
| A written description of why you were in the hospital |
| A written list of all the medicines you are supposed to take, and instructions on how to take them and how to get them |
| Written instructions on what to do if your condition changes or you have warning signs |
| Written details about all the medical appointments you have after you leave the hospital |
| Written instructions on how to get the results of any tests that were done that have not yet come back by the time you leave the hospital |
| The contact information for a staff member at the hospital who can answer your questions |
