A Chronically Depressed and Suicidal Client Is Admitted to a Psychiatric

question 11

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 treatments, a nurse should recognize the continued need for which critical intervention?

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

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Definitions:

Active Listening

Participation in the conversation with another by paraphrasing words and phrases or giving approving or disapproving nods.

Patient Portal

A secure online website that gives patients 24-hour access to personal health information and medical records from anywhere with an internet connection.

Phone Tone

The audible sound made by a telephone to indicate an incoming call or a message waiting.

Bored

A state of feeling uninterested and unengaged in an activity or surroundings due to a lack of stimulation or excitement.