A Patient Diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder Will Begin Electroconvulsive

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder will begin electroconvulsive therapy tomorrow. Which interventions are routinely implemented before the treatment? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Administer pretreatment medication 30 to 45 minutes before treatment.
• B) Withhold food and fluids for a minimum of 6 hours before treatment.
• C) Remove dentures, glasses, contact lenses, and hearing aids.
• D) Restrain the patient in bed with padded limb restraints.
• E) Assist the patient to prepare an advance directive.