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hubes95

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The nurse is attempting to obtain informed consent for the administration of electroconvulsive treatment (ECT) for a depressed client. The client expresses some fears and concerns regarding the treatment. The nurse should:
 
  A) Recognize that the client does not want ECT and document a refusal to sign the informed consent.
  B) Reassure the client and then have the client sign the informed consent.
  C) Notify the physician.
  D) Provide the client with additional information and cancel any scheduled ECTs until the client is able to
  give informed consent.

Question 2

Which of the following statements would be most important for staff to consider when planning bowel and bladder training for a client in the mild stage of dementia of the Alzheimer's type?
 
  A) Establish a toileting schedule.
  B) Ask the family to monitor the client's bowel habits.
  C) Encourage the client to tell staff when experiencing the urge to void or defecate.
  D) Have the client wear disposable diapers.



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jonathanballen97

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A,




hubes95

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


anyusername12131

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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