2.5.03 Termination of hospital treatment against medical advice Estimated reading: 1 minute 65 views Authors Goal and purpose If patients leave the hospital against medical advice, the reason must be determined. Counselling about the possible consequences must be documented. Measures that can mitigate the potentially negative consequences must be initiated. Area of application Description of the Documentation Resources Responsibility and qualification Notes and comments Applicable documents Literature Terms Attachments 2.5 Aftercare - Previous 2.5.02 Discharge from hospital treatment Next - 2.5 Aftercare 2.5.04 Medical instructions on discharge