Care Plan for Delirium Management
Category: Neurological
Assessment
Patient presents with acute confusion, agitation, and altered level of consciousness.
Diagnosis
Risk for injury related to altered mental status.
Goals
Patient will remain free from injury and experience a return to baseline mental status. Patient's family will demonstrate understanding of delirium and its management.
Interventions
Ensure a safe environment by removing hazards and using bed alarms. Reorient patient regularly and provide a calm, quiet environment. Administer medications to manage agitation as prescribed. Educate family on the causes and management of delirium.
Rationale
Safety measures and reorientation help prevent injury. Medication and education support delirium management.
Evaluation
Assess for improvement in mental status and absence of injury. Evaluate family's understanding of delirium management.
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