Depression Nursing Care Plan
Depression Nursing Care Plan
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]
Date Prepared: November 21, 2050
Patient Information:
Patient ID |
Name |
Age |
Gender |
Date of Birth |
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12345 |
Adelia Harber |
45 |
Female |
May 15, 2005 |
Assessment Data:
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Chief Complaint: Persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest in daily activities, trouble sleeping, and fatigue.
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Medical History: Mild hypertension, history of substance abuse (recovered).
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Psychiatric History: Diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD) 3 years ago, with intermittent symptoms.
Nursing Diagnosis:
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Risk for self-harm related to depressive symptoms.
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Ineffective coping related to lack of social support.
Patient Goal(s):
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Short-term goal (within 1 week): Patient will express reduced feelings of sadness and anxiety, rating symptoms less than 5 on a 10-point scale.
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Long-term goal (within 3 months): Patient will engage in at least one social activity per week and report improved sleep patterns.
Nursing Interventions and Rationales:
Intervention |
Frequency |
Expected Outcome |
Rationale |
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1. Administer prescribed antidepressant medications (e.g., SSRIs). |
Daily, as prescribed |
Patient will show a reduction in depressive symptoms. |
Antidepressants help regulate mood and serotonin levels. |
2. Provide therapeutic communication, encouraging the patient to express feelings. |
Daily |
Patient will verbally express emotions and concerns. |
Active listening helps improve emotional expression and reduces isolation. |
3. Monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, to assess side effects of medication. |
Every 8 hours |
No significant changes in vital signs. |
Monitoring ensures early detection of medication side effects. |
4. Educate patient on relaxation techniques (e.g., deep breathing, mindfulness). |
Weekly |
Patient will report reduced anxiety and improved relaxation. |
Relaxation techniques help lower stress and improve mood regulation. |
5. Encourage participation in a support group or therapy sessions. |
Bi-weekly |
Patient will attend at least one group session. |
Support groups provide social interaction and reduce feelings of isolation. |
Evaluation:
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Date of Evaluation: December 15, 2050
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Progress:
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Short-term goal: Patient reports a decrease in depressive symptoms, rating them as 4/10.
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Long-term goal: Patient has attended 2 therapy sessions and engaged in one social activity with family.
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Further Recommendations: Continue medication management and increase social engagement through community events.
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