Care Plan for Cluster Headache Management
Category: Neurological
Assessment
Patient presents with severe unilateral headache, tearing, and nasal congestion.
Diagnosis
Acute pain related to headache disorder.
Goals
Patient will report a reduction in headache frequency and intensity. Patient will adhere to prescribed treatment and identify triggers.
Interventions
Administer prescribed medications to relieve headache and prevent attacks. Encourage use of oxygen therapy during acute attacks. Educate patient on identifying and avoiding triggers such as alcohol and smoking. Provide information on relaxation techniques to manage stress and reduce headache frequency.
Rationale
These interventions help manage symptoms, prevent attacks, and educate the patient on long-term management.
Evaluation
Patient's headache frequency, intensity, and adherence to treatment will be monitored to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
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