ANXIETY (6)    NUPA ASSESSMENT PROBLEMS (1927.2)

Name Value
PROBLEM ANXIETY
PLAN
  • Assess patient's perceived level of anxiety.
  • Convey a willingness to listen.
  • Give patient a clear, concise explanation of anything about to occur.
  • Identify and reduce as many environmental stressors, as possible.
  • Include patient in decisions related to care.
  • Remain with patient during severe anxiety.
  • Support family in coping with patient's anxious behavior.
  • Educate patient regarding relaxation techniques.
  • Other
DESIRED OUTCOME 
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.
ACTIVE YES