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    • Dementia care planning presents unique challenges for patients requiring services beyond local regions.
    • International discharge planning for dementia patients necessitates complex logistical and clinical coordination.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To illustrate the complexities and successful navigation of an international discharge plan for a dementia patient.
    • To highlight the role of specialized dementia nursing in facilitating cross-border care coordination.

    Main Methods:

    • A case study approach was employed, focusing on a specific patient requiring discharge to the United States.
    • Collaboration between the patient's family, nursing staff, and potentially international healthcare providers was central.

    Main Results:

    • Successfully organized a comprehensive care package for a dementia patient being discharged to the US.
    • Demonstrated the feasibility of managing complex international discharge plans with dedicated nursing support.

    Conclusions:

    • Advanced dementia nursing expertise is crucial for managing intricate international discharge planning.
    • Support systems for dementia patient carers are vital, particularly when facing cross-border care transitions.