Free Printable Nursing Care Plan for Students Template

Printable Nursing Care Plan for Students

This nursing care plan template is designed to help nursing students organize and document patient care in a structured manner. It serves as a comprehensive guide for clinical practice, academic assignments, and skill development.

Student Information:

Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]

Patient Information:

  • Name: Lawrence Orn

  • Age: 55

  • Gender: Male

  • Date of Admission: January 15, 2050

  • Primary Diagnosis: Hypertension


Nursing Care Plan

Assessment Data

Nursing Diagnosis

Goals/ Objectives

Nursing Interventions

Evaluation

BP: 160/95 mmHg

Risk for ineffective tissue perfusion related to hypertension

Reduce BP to 130/80 mmHg or lower within 48 hours

Administer prescribed antihypertensive medications

BP reduced to 135/85 mmHg on Jan 17, 2050

Complaints of headaches

Monitor blood pressure every 4 hours

Monitor BP and heart rate regularly, at least every 4 hours

Educate patient on low-sodium diet and fluid management

Headaches diminished by January 17, 2050

History of heart disease

Educate patient on lifestyle changes to control hypertension

Teach patient techniques for stress reduction

Encourage daily physical activity (30 minutes, 5 days/week)

Patient willing to follow exercise recommendations by Jan 16, 2050


This nursing care plan provides a comprehensive framework to assess, diagnose, plan, intervene, and evaluate patient care, helping nursing students enhance their clinical and academic skills.

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