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lbcchick

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on: Jul 11, 2018
What should the nurse preparing a patient for a scheduled appointment for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) remind the patient to do?
 
  a. Drink plenty of fluids before ECT to ensure adequate hydration.
  b. Bring a change of clothes in case of incontinence.
  c. Be prepared for visual disturbances after the treatment.
  d. Arrange for transportation to and from the appointment.

Question 2

The patient admitted to the hospital may adjust to illness by assuming a role in which everyday responsibilities are avoided. What is this role called?
 
  a. Patient role
  b. Illness role
  c. Sick role
  d. Dependent role


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blakeserpa

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
If the patient has not arranged for adequate transportation to and from the appointment, the treatment will be canceled because driving after ECT is dangerous. The patient is typically NPO before the procedure. Incontinence and visual disturbances are not common following the procedure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The sick role allows the patient to be excused from everyday responsibilities.


lbcchick

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

AmberC1996

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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