What should the nurse include in the plan of care for a patient being prepared for electrical cardioversion? Select all that apply
A) Obtain informed consent from the patient.
B) Encourage the patient to eat a meal shortly before the procedure.
C) Record a 12-lead ECG and vital signs.
D) Turn off the synchronizer mode button.
E) Smear electrode gel between the two paddles on the chest.
F) Sedate the patient.
A, C, F
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