Ineffective Coping Care Plan

An example of ineffective coping is turning to alcohol or drugs to deal with stress instead of seeking healthier coping mechanisms.

A goal for a patient with ineffective coping may be to learn and practice healthy stress management techniques to improve their ability to cope with life's challenges effectively.

Yes, "Risk for Ineffective Coping" is indeed a nursing diagnosis used to identify individuals who are at risk of experiencing ineffective coping mechanisms in response to stressors.