PSYCHOSIS

Out line Objective

Introduction

Definition Of Psychosis

Causes Of Psychosis

Signs And Symptoms Of Psychosis

Diagnosis For Psychosis

Treatment For Psychosis

Nursing Management For Psychosis

Summary

References

OBJECTIVE Explain What The Meaning Of Psychosis . Explain What The Causes & Types & Signs

And Symptoms . Explain What The Diagnosis & treatment. Explain Nursing Care Plan.

INTRODUCTIONTrue psychosis usually involves severe

symptoms such as delusions and/or paranoia. The common belief that anyone who goes crazy or is aggressive must be psychotic is not strictly correct in medical terminology. Psychotic disorders focus mainly on the symptoms where the person is detached from reality, and the main such symptoms are delusions and paranoia

DEFINITION Psychosis refers to an abnormal condition of the

mind described as involving a "loss of contact with reality ". People experiencing psychosis may exhibit some personality changes and thought disorder. Depending on its severity, this may be accompanied by unusual or bizarre behavior, as well as difficulty with social interaction and impairment in carrying out daily life activities

CausesGeneticsTraumaPsychiatric disorderMedical conditionsPsychoactive drugs (alcohol )Medication

Types of Psychotic Disorders

SchizophreniaBipolar DisorderPsychotic DepressionSchizoaffective DisorderDrug-Induced Psychosis

Signs and symptomsHallucinationsDelusionsThought Disorders'Loss of contact with reality' Depression Emotional Changes Personality Changes Behavior Changes

Diagnosis An initial assessment includes a comprehensive history and physical examination by

a physician, psychiatrist, psychiatric nurse practitioner or psychiatric physician assistant. Biological tests should be performed to exclude psychosis associated with or caused by substance use, medication, toxins, surgical complications, or other medical illnesses.

Thyroid-stimulating hormone to exclude hypo- or hyperthyroidism, Basic electrolytes and serum calcium to rule out a metabolic disturbance, Full blood count including ESR to rule out a systemic infection or chronic

disease, and Serology to exclude syphilis or HIV infection. Other investigations include: EEG to exclude epilepsy, and an MRI or CT scan of the head to exclude brain lesions

TREATMENTTraditional and atypical anti-

psychotic drugsAcute and preventative

treatmentMood-stabilising medication(Antidepressants and minor

tranquillisers)Side effects and discontinuation

problems

Nursing ManagementUnderstanding in context.Management of disturbance may require

Mental Health Act.Psychosocial interventions, support and

facilitation of recovery.Specific psychological treatments and family

interventions.Rehabilitation.

Nursing Care Plan EVALUATION RATIONALE INTERVENTION GOAL NURSING

DIAGNOSIS

Be free from injury

1-the client physical safety a priority2-prevents exhaustion.

3-to prevent client from accidentally falling or pulling out tubes

1-protect the client from harming herself by removing the items.2-provide frequent rest periods.3-Ask family to stay with client 

To protect the patient from risk

Risk for injury

EVALUATION Rationale INTERVENTION GOAL NURSING DIAGNOSIS

Complete necessary daily activates

1. The client is better able to talk about bas complexity is more difficult.

2. The client ability to deal in abstractions is diminished.

3. The client cope with problems caused by hallucination.

1. Maintain simple topics of conversation

To provide a base in reality.2-use concrete specificVerbal communication with the cline .3-encourege the client to tell staff members about hallucinations.

Seek out help to maintain health

Ineffective health maintenance

Rational INTERVENTION GOAL NURSING DIAGNOSIS

1To minimize the feelings of isolation and provide an atmosphere where positive feedback 2-To promote a healthier and more realistic self-image3-Low self-esteem individuals often have feelings of unworthiness

1-Encourage the client to participate in a group therapy where the members2-. Teach visualization techniques that can help the client replace negative self-images 3-Evaluate client’s need for assertiveness training tools to pursue things he or she wants or needs in life.-

Normal person Chronic Low Self-Esteem

SUMMARY Psychosis is a neurological syndrome. Symptoms develop

when a threshold level of damage is reached or changes occur in these areas of the brain. People with psychosis may experience hallucinations, delusions, and disorganised thoughts and actions and may have personality changes. Psychosis can be due to primary disorders or may have secondary causes. [1] Primary psychotic disorders include schizophrenia, delusional disorder, schizoaffective disorder, schizophreniform disorder, and brief psychotic disorder. Secondary psychosis has many causes, including psychoactive drugs and general medical conditions. It may also accompany another psychiatric condition.

Referenceshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/

Psychosis#Diagnosis