Movie Character: Stanley Ipkiss

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Overview of Presentation

Functional assessment of the patient
Relevant additional observations
Nursing diagnosis based on the available information
List of interventions and resources

Background of Movie and Character

The Mask is a romantic comedy film.
The protagonist is Stanley Ipkiss, a bank employee.
The film revolves around a mysterious artifact.
The mask exaggerates Stanleys features of character.

Functional Assessments

Health Perception/Health Management

Maintains healthy behavior (no smoking, no alcohol)
Occasional colds (no more than twice a year)
No workplace accidents (generally safe workplace environment)
General appearance suggests no apparent adverse conditions.

Nutrition/Metabolic

Regular food and fluid intake (mostly healthy food)
Excellent appetite, no discomfort during food intake
Teeth: satisfactory general appearance. Two dentures.
Weight: 156 pounds. Height: 6 ft. 2 in.

Pattern of Elimination

Bowel elimination pattern: regular, no discomfort, no control problems
Urinary elimination pattern: regular, no problems in control
No reported perspiration problems or excessive odor
Excreta examination: no consistency or color deviations

The pattern of Activity/Exercise

Exercise pattern: irregular visits to the gym
No reported energy inconsistency for routine activities
General appearance: excellent hygiene and energy level
Examination: muscle firmness and respirations within the acceptable limits

Conceptual/Perceptual Pattern

No hearing or vision problems, no glasses
No reports of inability to remember things
No reported difficulties in making important decisions
Examination: no apparent visual or auditory disorders

The pattern of Sleep and Rest

Regular and well-maintained sleep pattern
No medications required for aiding the onset of sleep
No early awakening. No nightmares or sleep disorders
Rest-relaxation periods within the designated limit

The pattern of Self Perception and Self Concept

Self-described as a physically and mentally healthy individual
No apparent external sources of anxiety or anger
Maintains a positive attitude despite constant mishaps
Examination: maintains eye contact, does not display nervousness

Role/Relationship Patterns

Lives alone do not maintain ties with family.
Constantly tries (unsuccessfully) to engage in the relationships.
He does not belong to social groups, has no real friends.
Has a sufficient income to support the needs of solitary life

Sexuality/Reproductive Patterns

No regular sexual relationship in the last decade
No observed changes in sexual activities since college
No reported problems associated with the use of contraceptives

The pattern of Coping and Stress Tolerance

No significant changes in life for the last decade
No reported emotional breakdowns, no use of medications
Relaxed most of the time, occasional thoughts of crisis
Difficulties are mostly handled through an upbeat attitude.

The pattern of Values and Beliefs

I am generally dissatisfied with progress and achievements in life.
No reliance on religious practices in approaching difficulties
No conflicts with beliefs on receiving care

Analysis of Health Assessment

Normal assessment findings

Excellent physical shape despite the absence of physical exercise
Robust nutritional habits and normal bodily functions
No substance abuse or need for additional medications
Above normal energy level; healthy sleep patterns.

Abnormal or risk-based findings

Lack of family ties and social interactions
Absence of close friends and regular sexual partner
General disillusionment in life, no satisfaction with the progress
No identified ties with family members

Additional Observations

Cultural

It does not explicitly display significant cultural influences.
Profile generally consistent with the social environment
Displays little resistance to abusive behavior by peers
Does not recognize traditional cultural clues in interaction

Geographical

Native to the location of Edge City
Profile consistent with characteristics of major American cities

Religious

Does not actively engage in religious practices
Prone to the religious background of other cultures
Readily accepts the existence of supernatural forces.
They are not hindered by the apparent danger of the artifact.

Ethnic

Consistent with an ethnic profile of Edge City
Open to the ethnic background of other cultures
Accepts ethnic diversity as a part of life
Unlikely to display difficulties in a diverse environment

Spiritual

Believes in the existence of incorporeal forces
Readily engages in interaction with them on a regular basis.
Uses the mask to achieve the desired outcomes
Does not display concerns with adverse effects

Nursing Considerations

Nursing Diagnosis

Loneliness and potential mood disorders associated with isolation
Occasional emotional breakdowns of moderate severity
Anxiety resulting from the inability to establish a family
Lack of proficiency in interaction with peers

Interventions

One

Establish meaningful communication channels with patient
Foster trust, the feeling of security, and safety
Allocate time for regular sessions with the patient
Provide initial counseling, support, and encouragement (Low et al., 2014)

Two

Seek ways of participation in social groups (Shankar, Hamer, McMunn, & Steptoe, 2013)
Establish and strengthen ties with peers
Promote the active social role and establish trust
Improve self-esteem and enable reflection practices

Three

Promote personal insights and enable individual motivation (Allender, Rector, & Warner, 2013)
Increase independence and self-management skills
Encourage consistency in establishing and reaching goals.
Provide information on sources of encouragement

Resources

One

Training sessions and workshops providing personal improvement
Local groups providing support and counseling
Seminars promoting independence and individual sustainability

Two

Access to the literature on self-development and success
Manuals are providing guidance on scheduling and benchmarking.
Online resources and interactive planning tools

Conclusion

Stanley displays no signs of a physical character.
Challenging emotional background mitigated by personal resilience
Suggested interventions aimed at assistance
Combined with displayed characteristics, quick recovery is expected.

References

Allender, J., Rector, C., & Warner, K. (2013). Community & public health nursing: Promoting the publics health. Fresno, CA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

Low, L. F., Goodenough, B., Fletcher, J., Xu, K., Casey, A. N., Chenoweth, L.,& Brodaty, H. (2014). The effects of humor therapy on nursing home residents measured using observational methods: the SMILE cluster randomized trial. Journal of the American Medical Directors Association, 15(8), 564-569.

Shankar, A., Hamer, M., McMunn, A., & Steptoe, A. (2013). Social isolation and loneliness: relationships with cognitive function during 4 years of follow-up in the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing. Psychosomatic Medicine, 75(2), 161-170.