Journal of advanced nursing
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This paper is a report of a study conducted to describe emergency department nurses' understanding and experiences of implementing discharge planning. ⋯ The results of this research contribute to knowledge of emergency department nurses' experience in the implementation of the discharge planning process. Key requirements for the provision of manageable discharge services both in Taiwan and worldwide highlighted by this study include adequate workloads, sufficient time, clear policies and standards of discharge planning and enhancement of professional commitment.