Care Plan for Acute Confusion Management
Category: Neurological
Assessment
Patient presents with sudden onset confusion, disorientation, and difficulty focusing.
Diagnosis
Acute confusion related to underlying medical conditions or environmental changes.
Goals
Patient will demonstrate improved orientation and cognitive function. Patient's underlying condition contributing to confusion will be identified and treated.
Interventions
Monitor vital signs and assess for potential causes of confusion. Provide a calm and structured environment to reduce stimuli. Reorient patient frequently and provide consistent caregivers. Collaborate with healthcare team to identify and treat underlying causes.
Rationale
These interventions help reduce confusion, provide a safe environment, and address underlying causes.
Evaluation
Patient's cognitive function and orientation will be assessed regularly to evaluate improvement.