Which of the following is included in proper discharge components?

• A. Timing/duration of administration
• B. Blood glucose plan
• C. Allergy action plan
• D. Exercise protocol

Answer: (A)

Specifying when and for how long a therapy is to be given after discharge is essential to ensure safe, continuous care. In nutrition support, the discharge plan must clearly document the timing and duration of administration so the patient or caregiver can reliably continue feeding without interruptions, adjust for tolerance, and know when to re-evaluate or transition away from therapy. This guidance directly governs how the nutrition therapy is actually delivered once home, including how often feeds are given and for how many days or weeks.

Other items might be important in broader care, but they don’t define the continuation of nutrition support after discharge. A blood glucose plan pertains to metabolic management, an allergy action plan covers safety around allergens, and an exercise protocol relates to physical activity rather than the administration of nutrition therapy.