Table 1.

Inclusion criteria for hospital at home journey.

The patient has a (suspected) respiratory infection
Patient and caregiver are motivated and able to learn monitoring skills*
Patient and caregiver are able to use measuring devices to measure vital values
Home care is already sufficient or initiated by the GP
A concise individual care plan has been formulated by the GP and patient
Oxygen saturation SpO2 =/> 92%, with a maximum of 5 litres oxygen suppletion and a breathing rate =/< 24 per minute**

* Assessed by own GP.

** Or adjusted values relevant to the individual patient.