Care Plan for Mood State

Care Plan for Mood State

Category / Primary Body System

• Mental Health / Psychological Well-Being

Problem

• Patient has an alteration in mood state.

Goal

• Patient will participate in diversional activities (group or individual) daily for 90 days.

Plan/Approach

1. Encouragement and Participation

   • Encourage patient to participate in group activities daily
   • Encourage patient to participate in decision making regarding care (e.g., clothes to wear)

2. Medication Management

   • Administer medications as ordered

3. Consultations and Support

   • Arrange social worker consult as needed
   • Arrange psychological consult as needed

4. Family and Social Engagement

   • Encourage family visits if available

5. Self-Initiated Activities

   • Provide materials for self-initiated activities if requested
   • Encourage patient to verbalize feelings as needed

Rationale

1. Encouragement and Participation

   • Participation in group activities fosters social connections and reduces feelings of isolation, improving mood and overall well-being.
   • Involvement in decision-making promotes a sense of control and autonomy, positively affecting mood and self-esteem.

2. Medication Management

   • Proper administration of medications ensures effective treatment of mood disorders and stabilizes mood.

3. Consultations and Support

   • Social worker and psychological consultations provide additional support and resources, addressing underlying issues affecting mood.

4. Family and Social Engagement

   • Family visits provide emotional support and strengthen the patient’s social network, improving mood and reducing feelings of loneliness.

5. Self-Initiated Activities

   • Providing materials for self-initiated activities encourages engagement and allows the patient to pursue interests, enhancing mood and providing a sense of accomplishment.
   • Encouraging the patient to verbalize feelings promotes emotional expression and helps staff address any concerns or issues affecting mood.

Actions

1. Encouragement and Participation

   • Identify group activities that interest the patient and encourage daily participation.
   • Involve the patient in daily care decisions, such as choosing clothes and planning activities.

2. Medication Management

   • Administer prescribed medications at the correct dosages and times, monitoring for effectiveness and side effects.
   • Educate the patient on the importance of medication adherence.

3. Consultations and Support

   • Schedule and facilitate social worker consultations to provide support and resources.
   • Arrange psychological consultations for further assessment and therapeutic support.

4. Family and Social Engagement

   • Coordinate with family members to schedule regular visits.
   • Create a welcoming environment for family interactions.

5. Self-Initiated Activities

   • Provide access to materials for activities such as books, puzzles, art supplies, and other hobbies the patient enjoys.
   • Encourage the patient to express feelings and concerns, offering a listening ear and emotional support.