Which of the Following Statements Is True of Electroconvulsive Therapy

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) ?

• A) A current of 70 to 150 volts is passed through the brain for five seconds.
• B) Patients are conscious when the brain seizure is induced.
• C) Patients typically have a convulsion, which usually lasts 3 minutes or more.
• D) The side effects of ECT involve confusion and memory loss.

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Definitions:

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system responsible for control of the bodily functions not consciously directed, such as breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for hormone production, regulating body temperature, hunger, thirst, sleep, and emotional activity.

Endocrine System

A network of glands that produce and release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate vital body functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

Brainstem

The structure that connects the cerebrum of the brain to the spinal cord, regulating vital functions including breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.