CARE OF PATIENT WITH DEPRESSION

Mood swings are normal in life. However, if the symptom of sadness is long-lasting then it leads to depression. Depression is intense feeling of a depressed, down mood. The appearance of a depressed person can often be a strong clue to feelings and diagnosis. Nurses will be able to assess the depressed patient through their symptoms such as feeling lonely and guilty. Hopelessness, powerlessness, spiritual distress, self-esteem disturbances, social isolation, self-care deficit, sleep pattern disturbances are common manifestation of depressed patients. Nurses are to care the patient in the hospital, carryout discharge planning and participate in follow up of the patient in the community. The care includes: administration of medication, encouraging the patient to attend regular counseling, personal habits, Nutrition, sleep hygiene, stress management, warning signs.