CASE REPORT OF A PATIENT WITH DEPRESSION ACCORDING TO THE NURSING PROCESS

ABSTRACT

Introduction. Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in modern society and significantly affects the psychological, physical, and social functioning of affected individuals.

The aim of this study was to present a patient with depressive disorder through the nursing process, with special emphasis on the identification of nursing diagnoses, planning and implementation of interventions, and evaluation of achieved outcomes. A case of a 32- year-old male patient hospitalized in a psychiatric ward due to symptoms of depression and anxiety is presented, including apathy, insomnia, loss of appetite, and impaired daily functioning. During hospitalization, a holistic nursing care approach was applied, which included continuous monitoring of the patient’s psychological and physical condition, establishing a therapeutic relationship, administration of prescribed therapy, patient and family education, as well as preventive measures for complications, including the risk of suicide and social isolation.

The results indicate a gradual improvement in the patient’s psychological condition, reduction of anxiety, and partial stabilization of mood during hospitalization.

In conclusion, the importance of timely recognition of depressive symptoms and the key role of nurses in providing high-quality, individualized, and comprehensive nursing care is emphasized.