Nursing Diagnoses in Psychiatric Nursing Care Plans and Psychotropic Medications

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related to [the effects of substance abuse on the body and [Statement of misconception][Abuse of substances]Outcome Criteria 1. Client is able to verbalize positive aspects about self. 2. Client is able to communicate assertively with others. 3. Client expresses an optimistic outlook for the future. ●Unfamiliarity with information resources [Denial of risks involved with substance abuse][Denial of need for information]Defi[Statement of lack of knowledge][Low self-esteem]Defiits interference with achievement and maintenance of optimal wellness]. Possible Etiologies (“related to”)Lack of interest in learning^ of Substance Abuse on the Body)DEFICIENT KNOWLEDGE (Effects ning Characteristics (“evidenced by”) nition: Absence or defi ciency of cognitive information Substance-Related Disorders ●^99

1. Assess client’s level of knowledge regarding effects of Client will verbalize the importance of abstaining from use of Short-term GoalClient will be able to verbalize effects of [substance used] on the body following implementation of teaching plan.Long-term GoalGoals/Objectives[substance] to maintain optimal wellness.Interventions with Verbalization of the problem[Request for information] 3. Determine method of learning most appropriate for client 2. Assess client’s level of anxiety and readiness to learn. (e.g., discussion, question and answer, use of audio or visualis required to develop appropriate teaching plan for client.[substance] on body. ing does not take place beyond moderate level of anxiety. Selected RationalesBaseline assessment of knowledge Learn-

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