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lindiwe

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A nursing instructor is teaching about electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which student statement indicates that learning has occurred?
 
  A. During ECT a state of euphoria is induced.
  B. ECT induces a grand mal seizure.
  C. During ECT a state of catatonia is induced.
  D. ECT induces a petit mal seizure.

Question 2

Immediately after electroconvulsive therapy, in which position should a nurse place the client?
 
  A. On his or her side to prevent aspiration
  B. In semi-Fowler's position to promote oxygenation
  C. In Trendelenburg's position to promote blood flow to vital organs
  D. In prone position to prevent airway blockage


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milbourne11

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Electroconvulsive therapy is the induction of a grand mal seizure through the application of electrical current to the brain for the purpose of decreasing depression.

Answer to Question 2

A
The nurse should place a client who has received electroconvulsive therapy on his or her side to prevent aspiration. After the treatment, most clients will awaken within 10 to 15 minutes and will be confused and disoriented. Some clients will sleep for 1 to 2 hours. All clients require close observation following treatment.


lindiwe

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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