Nursing Diagnoses in Psychiatric Nursing Care Plans and Psychotropic Medications

Preoccupation with own thoughtsExpresses feelings of aloneness imposed by othersShort-term GoalGoals/ObjectivesPossible Etiologies (“related to”) Alterations in mental statusInability to engage in satisfying personal relationshipsUnaccepted social valuesUnaccepted social behaviorInadequate personal resourcesImmature interestsAlterations in physical appearanceAltered state of wellnessDefiSad, dull affect Client will verbalize willingness to be involved with others.Expresses feelings of rejectionDevelopmentally inappropriate interests Inability to meet expectations of othersInsecurity in publicAbsence of supportive signifiSeeks to be aloneProjects hostility Withdrawn; uncommunicative ning Characteristics (“evidenced by”) cant other(s)Psychiatric Home Nursing Care ●^355

2506_Ch21_348-357.indd Sec1:355 2506 Ch 21 348 - 357 .indd 4. Be cautious with touch until trust has been established. Interventions with 2. Show unconditional positive regard. 5. Be with the client to offer support during activities that may Long-term Goal 1. Convey an accepting attitude by making regular visits. ity or desire.Client will participate in interactions with others at level of abil-^ 6. Take walks with the client. Help him or her perform simple S 3. Be honest and keep all promises. ec 1 accepting attitude increases feelings of self-worth and facili-tates trust.be frightening or diffipicious client may perceive touch as a threatening gesture.tasks around the house. promote a trusting relationship.physical and mental status.in the client as a worthwhile human being.trusted individual provides emotional security for the client.: 355 Selected Rationales cult for him or her. Increased activity enhances both Honesty and dependability This conveys your belief The presence of a A sus-An 1 10/1/10 9:38:04 AM 0 / 1 / 10 9 : 38 : 04 AM