Nursing Care for Clients with Mood Disorders Flashcards
What is the priority nursing diagnosis and intervention for clients with affective disorders?
Potential for violence- priority is to protect client from destructive behaviors and asses frequently.
Why may a client have a self care deficit?
They can feel overwhelmed and neglect hygiene
What are some interventions for clients with self care deficits?
Break tasks into small steps, be patient, realize they will be slow.
What is the top priority of nursing diagnosis for depressed clients?
Self care deficit
What is nursing management for depressed clients?
Assess activity, appetite, sleep, provide support, listen, encourage activities, praise clients, educate client and family.
What is self-care for nurses when working with depressed clients?
It is emotionally draining and you may question whether you can help
Why may a manic client have a self care deficit?
They can be too frantic and hyper to sleep, rest, or eat; needs to be protected and exhibits poor judgement.
Why may a manic client have altered nutrition: less than and what are some interventions?
Forget to eat- offer food, encourage him to eat, provide high calorie snacks, monitor weight
Why may a manic client have a risk for injury?
May be unable to control behaviors and injure himself due to risk taking; may be aggressive to others
What is some nursing management tips for manic clients who have a risk for injury?
Assess baseline behavior, use firm, calm approach, use short directions, dont engage in power struggles, provide structured environment, set limits, decrease stimuli, supervise
Why may a manic client have an altered thought process?
May manifest grandiosity, poor judgement, may give away valuables, spend exorbitantly
What are some ways to manage a client with altered thought processes?
Dont support or argue with delusions, keep valuables locked away, protect client from making life decisions.
Why may a manic client have sleep pattern disturbances and what are some interventions?
Too hyperactive- promote rest periods, low stimulation, encourage soothing music, eliminate caffeine, administer sleep meds
Why may a manic client have an altered family process and what are some interventions?
Severe episodes can devastate families and can be disrupted. Provide support, offer counseling and education.
What should you educate a manic client?
Usually can’t benefit from teaching- teach when hypomanic or euthymic state. Provide printed materials if appropriate.
