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Regulation Number: CSL-RGB-042. Discharge.
042.1. Client-Centered Discharge:
- CSL Therapists shall prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of clients when determining the appropriate time for discharge. Clients may be discharged upon the completion of their treatment program, the inability to provide further treatment, or due to denial of services.
042.2. Discharge Documentation:
- When discharging a client, CSL Therapists shall provide written discharge documentation to the client. This documentation should include a summary of treatments completed, any recommendations for ongoing care, and guidance for maintaining results or recovery.
042.3. Premature Discharge:
- In cases of premature discharge, where treatment is halted before the originally planned completion, CSL Therapists shall clearly communicate the reasons for the discharge to the client and provide appropriate release instructions.
042.4. Next Steps:
- CSL Therapists shall offer recommendations for the client’s next steps, which may include referrals to other healthcare providers or guidance on post-treatment self-care practices.
042.5. Client Consent:
- CSL Therapists shall obtain the client’s informed consent for discharge, ensuring that the client understands the reasons and implications of the discharge.
042.6. Ethical Considerations:
- CSL Therapists shall conduct client discharges in an ethical and sensitive manner, always considering the best interests and well-being of the client.
Failure to comply with this Patient Privacy/Confidentiality & Public safety regulation may result in disciplinary actions by CSL Therapy, including but not limited to certification or licensure suspension or revocation, dismissal fines, and incarceration in accordance with CSL Therapy’s disciplinary policies and procedures.
This regulation shall be effective as of [September 18, 2023] and shall remain in effect until revised or updated by CSL Therapy.
