Activity:
   ___ No restriction
   ___ Keep _______elevated
   ___ Wheelchair and instructions
   ___ Crutches and instructions

Diet:
   ___ No restrictions
   ___ No caffeine
   ___ Other

Self-care:
   ___ No smoking
   ___ Keep dressing clean and dry
   ___ Keep splint in place
   ___ Dressing changes (list)
   ___ Dressing supplies (list)
   ___ Other equipment for home use
   ___ Transport vehicle needed

Follow-up:
   ___ Physical / occupational therapy
   ___ Home health care
   ___ Return office visit:
      Date:
      Attending:
   ___ Call the office for problems, including increased pain, redness, or drainage

Fig 35-03. Discharge orders (see Chapters 36 and 37 for detailed explanations).

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