útskrift

Útskrift is an Icelandic noun that refers to the act or result of writing something out in full. The term has several related senses, most commonly in health care and in administrative or record-keeping contexts.

In health care, útskrift commonly means discharge from an inpatient setting, such as a hospital or long-term care facility. A hospital útskrift marks the transition to outpatient care and is usually accompanied by a discharge summary that documents the reason for admission, treatments received, current condition, prescribed medications, and follow-up instructions. The discharge summary is prepared by the treating physician or care team and is shared with the patient and their primary care provider to support continuity of care and patient safety.

In administrative and record-keeping contexts, útskrift refers to a printed copy or extract produced from records or a database. This can include a medical record extract, an academic transcript, or a financial statement. The word is often used for both physical printouts and electronic exports.

Etymology and usage notes: útskrift is formed from út- meaning "out" and skrift meaning "writing" or "document." In contemporary Icelandic, the term is common in formal language, especially in medical and bureaucratic settings, and may be translated as "discharge" or "printout" depending on context.