Case Study: James Forbes
Part 3: Assessment
After the group session wraps up, the nurse meets with James's psychiatrist, assigned social worker, and the nurse manager to determine the best plan of care. One of the nursing diagnoses documented for James is
"powerlessness related to issues of economic, sexual, and emotional abuse." What is an appropriate short-term goal related to this nursing diagnosis?
The client will verbalize choices available to him, thereby gaining a sense of control over his life situation.
• The client will develop a trusting relationship with the nurse and report issues of abuse.
The client will verbalize which of his interactions are appropriate and which are inappropriate.
• The client will seek out staff when feeling the urge to harm himself.