Title Patient Discharge Information Meta Meta description Patient Discharge Information Content Page introduction This content is for Veteran discharge information. Generate a table of contents from major headings No table contents Main content Eating to Heal Learning what to eat Discover the impacts of nutrition and helpful hints to get you on the right track. What to eat before and after surgery Know what to eat before and after surgery for optimal results. Monitoring and Logging My Weight Understanding Weight Maintenance. It is important to routinely monitor your weight. Discuss with your doctor how often you should weigh yourself and if they need to see your weight log during your next doctor visit. My Care Plan and Checklist My opinion about my care plan is known Understanding your care plan is important before you go home. I have a plan to care for myself at discharge Having a plan will result in better outcomes. Symptoms to report Monitor and keep track of any symptoms. Discharge medications Make sure you receive medication guidance. Stress Management How to manage stress. When the body or mind goes through situations that are emotional, shocking, or disturbing, it causes stress. This triggers a reaction or chain of events in which stress hormones are released. Those hormones could cause problems for our health. Medication Medication side effects and safety. It is extremely important to take medications as prescribed. Consult your doctor before abruptly stopping your medications. Make sure to record any side effects or reactions you may be experiencing.