Author Question: The physician has ordered atropine 0.5 mg intramuscularly (IM) for a patient to be ad-ministered 30 ... (Read 74 times)

crazycityslicker · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The physician has ordered atropine 0.5 mg intramuscularly (IM) for a patient to be ad-ministered 30 minutes prior to ECT. The rationale for use of this medication is that it re-duces secretions and:

a. Protects against vagal bradycardia
b. Improves the scope of convulsive activity
c. Reduces the need for recovery room staff
d. Prevents incontinence of bladder and bowel

Question 2

When asked, Why do you go to music therapy every morning at 10? The nurse explains that the nurse's role in music therapy as:

a. Fostering and encouraging performance talent
b. Teaching patients about various styles of music
c. Noting patient verbal and nonverbal expression of feelings
d. Selecting and playing numbers that will reduce anxiety and stress

GCabra · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Atropine is used for its ability to prevent vagal bradycardia associated with the electrical stimulus. The other options are neither relevant nor true.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A goal of music therapy is to promote expression and social connection. The nurse should observe and document expression of feelings as they occur. The observations may be used later, as a basis for further consideration by the nurse and patient. The other options do not reflect aspects of the nurse's role in music therapy.