A client has failed to respond to medication therapy for depression. The physician has ordered electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which of the following is most important to include in the teaching plan for this client?
A) This type of therapy will induce a seizure.
B) ECT will cure your depression.
C) A registered nurse will perform the procedure.
D) There will be no memory impairment postprocedure.
A
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