Free Dementia Nursing Care Plan Template

Dementia Nursing Care Plan

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

Date: January 15, 2050
Patient Name: Allene Tillman
DOB: March 2, 1945
Gender: Female
Diagnosis: Alzheimer’s Disease (Moderate Stage)


1. Assessment

Assessment Area

Details

Cognitive Function

Impaired memory, confusion, difficulty with word recall

Physical Health

Hypertension, history of falls, some difficulty with mobility

Behavioral Symptoms

Agitation, occasional aggression, verbal outbursts, sundowning

Emotional Well-Being

Anxiety, occasional depression, need for reassurance

Activities of Daily Living

Requires assistance with bathing, dressing, and eating; independent walking


2. Nursing Diagnosis

Nursing Diagnosis

Related Factors

Evidence

Impaired Memory

Cognitive decline due to Alzheimer’s Disease

Difficulty remembering daily tasks

Risk of Injury

Decreased mobility and frequent falls

History of falls, difficulty walking

Chronic Anxiety

Difficulty understanding environment and emotional instability

Frequent anxiety episodes, restlessness


3. Goals and Outcomes

Goal

Outcome Criteria

Timeline

Improve memory recall for daily tasks

Patient able to recall names of family members, daily schedule

Within 3 months

Increase independence in mobility

Patient able to walk with minimal assistance (using walker)

Within 6 months

Reduce episodes of agitation

Episodes of agitation reduced by 50% with regular interventions

Within 3 months


4. Nursing Interventions

Intervention

Rationale

Frequency

Responsible Party

Provide structured daily routine to reduce confusion

Routine helps decrease anxiety and agitation

Daily

[YOUR NAME] (RN)

Assist with ADLs, including feeding and dressing

Ensure safety and maintain dignity in daily tasks

As needed

Family caregivers

Use redirection techniques during agitation episodes

Helps manage behavioral symptoms without confrontation

As needed

[YOUR NAME] (RN)

Monitor blood pressure and administer medications

To manage hypertension and ensure comfort

Twice daily

[YOUR NAME] (RN)

Encourage physical activity, such as short walks

Prevent further physical decline and promote well-being

3 times per week

Family caregivers


5. Evaluation

Goal

Outcome

Evaluation Date

Improve memory recall for daily tasks

Patient has shown some improvement in recalling names of family members

March 15, 2050

Increase independence in mobility

Patient requires minimal assistance with walking; uses walker independently

July 15, 2050

Reduce episodes of agitation

Agitation has decreased by approximately 40% with implemented interventions

April 15, 2050


6. Care Plan Review and Modifications

Next Review Date: July 15, 2050
Review Notes: Adjust interventions based on progress with mobility and memory recall. Reassess the need for medication adjustments and update family caregiver training.

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