Immediately after electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), in which ...

[geoffrey]

Immediately after electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), in which position should a nurse place the client?
 
  1. On his or her side, to prevent aspiration
  2. In high Fowler's position, to prevent increased intracranial pressure
  3. In Trendelenburg's position, to promote blood flow to vital organs
  4. In prone position, to prevent airway blockage

Question 2

An employee uses the defense mechanism of displacement when the boss openly disagrees with suggestions. What behavior would be expected from this employee?
 
  1. The employee assertively confronts the boss.
  2. The employee leaves the staff meeting to work out in the gym.
  3. The employee criticizes a coworker.
  4. The employee takes the boss out to lunch.

[sylvia]

Answer to Question 1

1
Rationale: The nurse should place a client who has received ECT on his or her side, to prevent aspiration.

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: The nurse should expect that the client using the defense mechanism displacement would criticize a coworker after being confronted by the boss. Displacement refers to transferring feelings from one target to a neutral or less-threatening target.