The most important nursing intervention during post-op recovery ...

[nevelica]

The most important nursing intervention during post-op recovery from ECT is what?
 
  A) Monitoring the client's vital signs every hour for 4 hours
  B) Placing the client in Trendelenburg's position
  C) Encouraging early ambulation
  D) Reorienting the client to time and place

Question 2

Which of the following clients is most likely to benefit from treatment with an antiparkinsonism agent?
 
  A) A client who has a medication-induced movement disorder
  B) A client who is being treated with an atypical antidepressant
  C) A client who has been admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of lithium toxicity
  D) A client who is scheduled to begin electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for the treatment of major depression

[angrybirds13579]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
The most common adverse side effects of ECT are confusion and temporary memory loss. Continuous orientation to time and place is important as the client is waking up from ECT. Vital signs should be monitored for 15 minutes, and the client should be placed in a side-lying position to reduce the risk of aspiration. The client should remain on bed rest until he or she is fully alert and oriented.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Antiparkinsonism agents have been used to treat medication-induced movement disorders, such as neuroleptic-induced parkinsonism. The presence of lithium toxicity or the use of antidepressants or ECT is not likely to necessitate the use of antiparkinsonism agents.

[nevelica]

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[angrybirds13579]

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