Behavior Problems

Care Plan for Behavior Problems

Category / Primary Body System

• Psychosocial

Problem

• I exhibit behavior problems as evidenced by (AEB).

Goal

• I will not have behavioral problems for 90 days.

Plan/Approach

1. Calm Redirection

   • Redirect me calmly when exhibiting behavior problems to help de-escalate situations without causing additional stress.

2. Medication Management

   • Administer medications as ordered to help manage underlying conditions contributing to behavior problems.

3. Psychiatric Consultation

   • Psych consult as ordered to provide specialized care and adjust treatment plans as necessary.

4. Lab Monitoring

   • Check lab levels as needed to monitor for any physiological changes that could be affecting behavior.

5. Diversional Activities

   • Encourage participation in diversional activities to provide positive outlets for energy and focus.

6. Behavior Monitoring

   • Monitor for increased behavioral problems that are not altered by interventions and notify MD/RNP as needed.

7. Safe Environment

   • Provide a safe environment to prevent injury and promote a sense of security.

8. Non-Confrontational Approach

   • Do not argue with me when exhibiting behavior to prevent escalation and maintain a supportive atmosphere.

Rationale

1. Calm Redirection

   • Calm redirection helps to de-escalate potentially volatile situations and encourages positive behavior without increasing agitation.

2. Medication Management

   • Medications can help manage underlying conditions that may be contributing to behavior problems, ensuring I receive appropriate treatment.

3. Psychiatric Consultation

   • Regular psychiatric consultations ensure that my mental health is closely monitored and that treatment plans are adjusted as necessary.

4. Lab Monitoring

   • Checking lab levels can identify any physiological changes or imbalances that may be contributing to behavior problems, allowing for timely intervention.

5. Diversional Activities

   • Engaging in diversional activities provides positive outlets for energy and helps reduce instances of negative behavior.

6. Behavior Monitoring

   • Continuous monitoring allows for early identification of escalating behavior, ensuring timely interventions to prevent harm or distress.

7. Safe Environment

   • A safe environment is essential for preventing injury and creating a secure, supportive setting for managing behavior problems.

8. Non-Confrontational Approach

   • Avoiding confrontation prevents escalation and maintains a calm, supportive environment that is conducive to positive behavior changes.

Actions

1. Calm Redirection

   • Staff will redirect me calmly when exhibiting behavior problems.

2. Medication Management

   • Staff will administer medications as ordered.

3. Psychiatric Consultation

   • Staff will arrange for psych consults as ordered.

4. Lab Monitoring

   • Staff will check lab levels as needed.

5. Diversional Activities

   • Staff will encourage participation in diversional activities.

6. Behavior Monitoring

   • Staff will monitor for increased behavioral problems and notify MD/RNP as needed.

7. Safe Environment

   • Staff will provide a safe environment.

8. Non-Confrontational Approach

   • Staff will not argue with me when exhibiting behavior.