Mental Health Nursing Care Plan
Mental Health Nursing Care Plan
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]
1. Inpatient Psychiatric Unit Example
Date |
Nursing Diagnosis |
Goals/Outcomes |
Nursing Interventions |
---|---|---|---|
January 10, 2050 |
Anxiety related to recent trauma and hospitalization |
Decrease anxiety levels as measured by patient report and clinical observation |
- Provide a calm and safe environment |
January 12, 2050 |
Difficulty coping with emotional distress |
Enhance coping strategies and emotional regulation |
- Facilitate daily emotional support sessions |
January 15, 2050 |
Impaired social interaction due to anxiety |
Encourage positive social interaction with peers |
- Organize group activities in a controlled environment |
2. Outpatient Clinic Example
Date |
Nursing Diagnosis |
Goals/Outcomes |
Nursing Interventions |
---|---|---|---|
February 5, 2050 |
Depression secondary to chronic illness |
Increase mood stability and engagement in therapy |
- Conduct weekly follow-up appointments |
February 10, 2050 |
Social isolation due to depressive symptoms |
Promote social engagement and reduce isolation |
- Encourage participation in social support groups |
February 15, 2050 |
Low self-esteem related to illness perception |
Improve self-esteem and promote positive self-talk |
- Provide individual counseling focusing on self-worth |
3. Community Health Services Example
Date |
Nursing Diagnosis |
Goals/Outcomes |
Nursing Interventions |
---|---|---|---|
March 1, 2050 |
Schizophrenia with periods of disorganized thinking |
Enhance medication adherence and cognitive function |
- Assess and provide medication education |
March 3, 2050 |
Risk of relapse due to environmental stressors |
Reduce stress levels and prevent relapse |
- Provide coping strategies for stress management |
March 8, 2050 |
Difficulty managing daily living activities due to psychosis |
Improve daily living skills and independence |
- Support with creating a daily routine |
4. Rehabilitation Center Example
Date |
Nursing Diagnosis |
Goals/Outcomes |
Nursing Interventions |
---|---|---|---|
April 2, 2050 |
Substance use disorder with withdrawal symptoms |
Manage withdrawal symptoms and support recovery |
- Administer medications as prescribed for withdrawal |
April 5, 2050 |
Impaired coping related to substance abuse |
Improve coping strategies for stress and cravings |
- Teach alternative coping mechanisms (e.g., physical activity, art therapy) |
April 10, 2050 |
Increased risk of relapse due to peer influence |
Prevent relapse and strengthen commitment to recovery |
- Facilitate group therapy with peers |
5. Emergency Mental Health Intervention Example
Date |
Nursing Diagnosis |
Goals/Outcomes |
Nursing Interventions |
---|---|---|---|
May 15, 2050 |
Acute suicidal ideation |
Ensure safety and prevent self-harm |
- Implement safety protocols (e.g., 1:1 supervision) |
May 17, 2050 |
Anxiety and panic attacks |
Alleviate anxiety and prevent further panic |
- Provide rapid calming techniques (e.g., breathing exercises) |
May 20, 2050 |
Emotional distress related to recent trauma |
Assist in processing trauma and emotional regulation |
- Offer trauma-focused therapy sessions |