Question

write a care plan for VSIMS Linda Waterfall ANXIETY DISORDERS

Answer 1

Nursing Diagnosis

1. Anxiety related to lack of knowledge regarding symptoms, progression of condition, and treatment regimen as evidenced by feelings of discomfort, apprehension or helplessness .

Nursing interventions

• Maintain a calm, non threatening manner while giving care to client.
• Establish and maintain a trusting relationship with the client
• Remain with the client whenever neede
• Educate the patient that anxiety disorders are treatable.
• Avoid asking or forcing the client to make choices. Use short, simple directions.

2. Powerlessness related to consistent negative feedback as evidenced by verbal expressions of having no control

Nursing interventions

• Help client set realistic goals.
• Assist client to meet activities of daily living
• Promote more rest and sleep
• Encourage client to meet hygienic need
• Place the things near to the client

3. Self-Care Deficit related to excessive ritualistic behavior as evidenced by unwillingness to perform self-hygiene.

Nursing interventions

• Encourage independence to client.
• Offer recognition and positive reinforcement for independent activities
• Show client how to perform activities with which he is having difficulty with.
• Keep strict records of food and fluid intake
• Assist client to take food and other activities