Definitions.

§ 3011J. Definitions. For purposes of this subchapter: (1) “Discharge” means a patient’s exit or release from a hospital following an inpatient stay or observation status. (2) “Observation status” means any assessment, testing, observation, care, or treatment provided to a patient at a hospital that does not result in the patient’s admission to the hospital for inpatient treatment. (3) The following terms mean as defined in § 3001J of this title: a. “Aftercare.” b. “Health-care professional.” c. “Hospital.” d. “Lay caregiver.” e. “Patient’s agent.” f. “Residence.”85 Del. Laws, c. 449, § 1;