Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Dissociative Identity Disorder Management
Category: Mental Health
Assessment
Patient presents with multiple distinct identities, memory gaps, and significant distress.
Diagnosis
Risk for self-harm related to severe psychological distress.
Goals
Patient will experience a reduction in dissociative episodes and improved emotional stability. Patient will adhere to prescribed treatment plan and engage in therapeutic activities.
Interventions
Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for side effects. Engage patient in individual and group therapy to address trauma and dissociation. Educate patient and family on the nature of dissociative identity disorder and the importance of treatment adherence. Provide resources for crisis intervention and support services.
Rationale
Medication and therapy reduce dissociative episodes and improve functioning. Education and support enhance treatment adherence.
Evaluation
Assess for reduction in dissociative episodes and emotional stability. Evaluate patient's adherence to treatment plan and use of support services.