[Functional Health Pattern Model Based Care Plan for a Depression Diagnosed Patient].

Area of Science:

• Psychiatry
• Nursing Science

Background:

• Depression is a prevalent mental disorder with significant risks, including suicide, and substantial socioeconomic costs.
• Effective nursing care aims to ensure patient safety, promote independence, and restore psychosocial well-being.

Observation:

• A patient hospitalized after a suicide attempt presented with suicidal thoughts, guilt, and low mood, diagnosed with a moderate depressive episode.
• Nursing assessment using Gordon's Functional Health Patterns identified key issues: imbalanced nutrition, hopelessness, low self-esteem, impaired social interaction, risk of self-harm, and ineffective coping.

Findings:

• Nursing care interventions were implemented based on the identified nursing diagnoses for a patient receiving medication.
• The applied nursing care demonstrated a positive influence on the patient's recovery trajectory.

Implications:

• This case underscores the critical role of tailored nursing interventions in managing depression and mitigating self-harm risks.
• Evidence-based nursing practices are essential for improving patient outcomes and supporting the healing process in individuals with depressive disorders.