A Chronically Depressed and Suicidal Client Is Admitted to a Psychiatric

question 10

Multiple Choice

A chronically depressed and suicidal client is admitted to a psychiatric unit.The client is scheduled for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) .During the course of ECT,a nurse should recognize the continued need for which critical intervention?

• A) Suicide assessment must continue throughout the ECT course.
• B) Antidepressant medications are contraindicated throughout the ECT course.
• C) Discourage expressions of hopelessness throughout the ECT course.
• D) Encourage a high-caloric diet throughout the ECT course.