Read Dr Note by Kevin Wong:
Based on His description of the patient what are some priority diagnosis and some safety interventions.
List 2 diagnosis and interventions:
• Ineffective coping related to severe back pain as evidence by original chief complaint and visit to
the emergency room.
• Risk for Other-Directed Violence as evidenced by assault on nurses and multiple other personnel
in the hospital emergency room.
Nursing interventions:
• Always minimize personal risks; stay at least one arm’s length away from the patient. Give the
patient lots of space.
• Set boundaries → Use a direct approach (e.g., “Violence is unacceptable.”)
• Improving coping skills and self-esteem.
