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fagboi

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on: Jul 19, 2018
The nurse is caring for a client immediately after electroconvulsive therapy. What assessments should the nurse prioritize at this time?
 
  A) Fluid and electrolyte balance
  B) Cardiovascular status and airway patency
  C) Cardiovascular status and memory loss
  D) Pain level and blood pressure

Question 2

Following electroconvulsive therapy several weeks, a client has experienced the continued loss of memory, especially of more recent past events. Which of the following is this is known as?
 
  A) Vascular dementia
  B) Retrograde amnesia
  C) Traumatic amnesia
  D) Temporary Alzheimer's disease


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lorealeza77

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

Ans: B
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Immediately after the electroconvulsive therapy, nurses should closely observe the client's cardiovascular status and airway patency. These assessments are prioritized over the other listed assessments.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
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A possible side effect of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is memory loss of past events, with recent past events being more sensitive to ECT. This retrograde amnesia may persevere for several months after treatment. In some instances, it may be permanent. This memory loss is more common with bilateral electrode placement.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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