Nursing care plan for anxiety

Sample of nursing care plan for anxiety

Nursing diagnosis: Anxiety


Definition of anxiety

• Vague uneasy feeling of discomfort or dread accompanied by an autonomic response (the source often nonspecific or unknown to the individual); a  feeling of apprehension caused by anticipation of danger. It is an altering signal that warns of impending danger and enables the individual to take measures to deal with threat.

Depression

Depression

Depression is experienced by Adults Americans of all ages, races, ethnic groups, and social class every day.

Nursing Diagnosis for Anxiety

Nursing Diagnosis for Anxiety | Overview and Prognosis of Anxiety

Overview of Anxiety | Nursing Diagnosis for Anxiety

Anxiety (also called angst or worry) is a psychological and physiological state characterized by somatic, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral components. It is the displeasing feeling of fear and concern. The root meaning of the word anxiety is 'to vex or trouble'; in either presence or absence of psychological stress, anxiety can create feelings of fear, worry, uneasiness, and dread. Anxiety is considered to be a normal reaction to a stressor. It may help an individual to deal with a demanding situation by prompting them to cope with it. When anxiety becomes excessive, it may fall under the classification of an anxiety disorder. (Wikipedia.org)

Nursing Diagnosis for Depression

Nursing Diagnosis for Depression: Overview and Prognosis of Depression

Overview of Depression | Nursing Diagnosis for Depression

Depression is a state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a person's thoughts, behavior, feelings and physical well-being.

Nursing Diagnosis for Schizophrenia

Nursing Diagnosis for Schizophrenia: Overview and Prognosis of Schizophrenia

Overview of Schizophrenia | Nursing Diagnosis for Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by a breakdown of thought processes and by poor emotional responsiveness. It most commonly manifests itself as auditory hallucinations, paranoid or bizarre delusions, or disorganized speech and thinking, and it is accompanied by significant social or occupational dysfunction. The onset of symptoms typically occurs in young adulthood, with a global lifetime prevalence of about 0.3–0.7%. Diagnosis is based on observed behavior and the patient's reported experiences. (Wikipedia.org)