The 12 step program is a set of guidelines designed as a guide towards recovery.

12 Step Program The 12 step program is a set of guidelines designed as a guide towards recovery. They are as follows: We admitted we were powerless over alcohol—that our lives have become unmanageable. The common welfare of the group should come first and that personal recovery depends upon Alcohol anonymous unity. Came to believe […]

Nursing diagnosis : Risk for trauma/falls

Nursing diagnosis Risk for trauma/falls Due to impaired physical mobility, Loss of muscle strength, disorientation, presence of illness, use of medications Hypothermia Age-related changes in thermoregulation and environment exposure Reduction in body temperature below the normal range Shivering Cool skin Pallor Tachycardia Decreased cardiac output Can lead to reduced brain oxygenation, and age-related diminished cardiac […]

Control of the Decision-Making process

Control of the Decision-Making process Patient Self-Determination Act Require that healthcare facilities provide clear, written information to every patient regarding his or her legal rights to make health care decisions, including the right to accept or refuse treatment. It also establishes the right of a person to provide written treatment directions for clinicians in the […]

Special Concerns of Elderly people

Special Concerns of Elderly people Retirement Social implications Economic implications Long-term care Potential need for services which may be predicted by a number of factors Abuse Current estimates are that 1 in 10 older adults in the US have been injured, exploited, or otherwise mistreated by someone who they depend on for protection or care […]

Psychological Aspects of Aging

Psychological Aspects of Aging There are psychological changes as well. Adaptation to loss and grief Attachment to others Maintenance of self-identity What can make the difference between a good or poor outcome? Psychiatric Disorders Neurocognitive Disorders Delirium Depression –Usually diagnosed late in life This creates pain, suffering poor quality of life, and spiritual anguish Depression […]

The Aging Individual

The Aging Individual Who are the old? How one is considered old is largely based on one’s own variables, such as attitudes, mental health, physical health, or degree of independence, so there is no real definitive age. How many old people are there in the US? Expected to number 77.0 million If one considers age […]

Therapeutic modalities for child and adolescent disorders

Therapeutic modalities for child and adolescent disorders Parental involvement and support Recognized as a critical factor on the supportive and educational interventions for the child or adolescent Group therapy For younger children takes the form of play, as they get older, more talk therapy can occur. Groups are effective for common issues such as bereavement, […]

Conduct Disorder

Conduct Disorder With this disorder, there is a persistent pattern of behavior in which the basic rights of others and major age-appropriate societal norms or rules are violated. Childhood-onset type Adolescent-onset type The Nursing Process: Conduct Disorder Assessment Diagnosis Outcomes Planning / Implementation Evaluation Separation Anxiety Disorder The essential feature of separation anxiety disorder is […]

Pharmacological Intervention: Tourette Disorder

Pharmacological Intervention: Tourette Disorder Pharmacological intervention for Tourette disorder is most effective when it is combined with other therapy, such as: Behavioral therapy Individual counseling or psychotherapy Family therapy Common medications used for Tourette disorder Antipsychotics Alpha agonists Oppositional Defiant Disorder (O D D) Characterized by a persistent pattern of angry mood and defiant behavior […]

Psychopharmacological Intervention: A D H D

Psychopharmacological Intervention: A D H D Central nervous system stimulants Examples: Dextroamphetamine, methamphetamine, lisdexamfetamine, methylphenidate, dexmethylphenidate, dextroamphetamine/amphetamine mixture Side effects: Insomnia, anorexia, weight loss, tachycardia, decrease in rate of growth and development Children on A D H D drugs had a higher risk of injury-related hospital admissions. Contrary to common beliefs, children with A D […]