Question

Police bring a client with substance abuse to the ed after being arrested for a domestic dispute in which he gave his wife a black eye. the client is out of control and verbally abusive; aggression against the staff is noted. when a nursing care plan is developed, what would be an appropriate nursing diagnosis for this client?

Answer 1

Likely he will be diagnosed by the hospital as seen as a risk constantly for violence with others. This isn't uncommon in people with drug abuse, or someone who has come from an abusive household. It's quite likely he has faced abuse and may suffer from an emotional mental health disorder. (IE manic depressive disorder, anger issues, or purely a sociopath)