A Client with Cognitive Deficits Is Extremely Suicidal

question 16

Multiple Choice

A client with cognitive deficits is extremely suicidal. The client has not responded to antidepressants and the treatment team is considering electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) . What client information would determine the feasibility of this treatment option?

• A)Because the client is extremely suicidal, ECT is an appropriate option.
• B)Because antidepressant medications have been ineffective, ECT is a good alternative.
• C)Because informed consent is required for ECT, cognitive deficits preclude this option.
• D)Because of the client's cognitive deficits, a signed consent is waived.

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Definitions:

Chromosome Number

The total count of chromosomes in a cell, specific to each species and crucial for genetic information.

Autosomal Trisomies

Genetic disorders resulting from the presence of an extra chromosome in one of the autosomal pairs, such as Down syndrome (Trisomy 21).

Gene-poor Chromosomes

Chromosomes that contain fewer genes compared to others, often associated with large regions of noncoding DNA.

Survivable

Capable of remaining alive or continuing to exist under certain conditions or after a catastrophic event.