Lexeme: discharge summary  
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  1. noun. A discharge summary is a medical document that summarizes the details of a patient's hospital stay and outlines the care and treatment received. It is typically created when a patient is discharged from a healthcare facility, such as a hospital or clinic, and provides important information for continuity of care. The summary includes the reason for admission, a description of the medical condition, the procedures and treatments performed, any medications prescribed, and recommendations for follow-up care. The discharge summary is usually shared with the patient's primary care provider or referring physician to ensure a smooth transition and ongoing management of the patient's healthcare needs. GPT3.5
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  • noun. discharge summary (singular), discharge summaries (plural)
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