Care Plan for Schizophrenia Management
Category: Mental Health
Assessment
Patient presents with delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized thinking. Diagnosis of schizophrenia confirmed.
Diagnosis
Disturbed thought processes related to schizophrenia.
Goals
Patient will report reduced psychotic symptoms and demonstrate improved thought processes. Patient will adhere to the prescribed medication regimen and attend regular therapy sessions.
Interventions
Monitor mental status and assess for changes in thought processes regularly. Administer prescribed antipsychotic medications to manage symptoms. Refer to individual and group therapy to provide support and improve coping skills. Educate patient and family on the importance of medication adherence and recognizing early signs of relapse.
Rationale
These interventions aim to manage psychotic symptoms, support thought process improvement, and educate the patient and family.
Evaluation
Patient's mental status, medication adherence, and participation in therapy will be monitored regularly.
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This care plan is for educational purposes only and represents general nursing concepts.
All care plans must be individualized based on:
- Individual patient assessment and current condition
- Healthcare provider orders and facility protocols
- Current evidence-based practice guidelines
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Do not use as direct patient care instructions. Always follow your facility's policies, physician orders, and professional nursing judgment.