A client is undergoing ECT. The nurse would be correct to inform ...

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A client is undergoing ECT. The nurse would be correct to inform the client of which aspect prior to the ECT?
 
  A) The procedure is done with a full bladder.
  B) NPO will be employed 8 hours prior to the procedure.
  C) There will be mild to moderate pain.
  D) The client will be awake during the procedure.

Question 2

Which of the following is not included as a guideline prepared by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) for use of ECT?
 
  A) There are no absolute contraindications to ECT.
  B) It is an alternate treatment for clients unresponsive to pharmacotherapy.
  C) ECT is used as a last resort in depressed clients.
  D) ECT is used in clients who exhibit suicidal tendencies.

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Prior to the ECT procedure, the client is NPO for 8 hours. The client will empty his bladder just before or after vital signs are taken prior to the ECT. The client will not be harmed or feel any pain. The client will be asleep during the procedure.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
ECT should not be reserved as a last resort. The most common use of ECT is with clients who have not responded to alternative treatments such as pharmacotherapy, exhibit a deterioration in clinical symptoms, or exhibit suicidal ideations.

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