A Male Client Is Scheduled for an Electroencephalogram (EEG)

question 11

Multiple Choice

A male client is scheduled for an electroencephalogram (EEG) . When the nurse caring for the client is preparing him for the test, the client states that during childhood he was mildly electrocuted but miraculously lived. Therefore, he is quite afraid of going through an EEG. In what ways can the nurse help dispel the client's fear regarding the test?

• A) Distract the client's attention from the test.
• B) Inform the client that he will not experience any electrical shock.
• C) Inform the client that he will experience only mild electrical shock.
• D) Encourage adequate water intake by the client.

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