The nurse preparing a patient for a scheduled appointment for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) reminds the patient to:
a. drink plenty of fluids before ECT to ensure adequate hydration.
b. bring a change of clothes in case of incontinence.
c. be prepared for visual disturbances after the treatment.
d. arrange for transportation to and from the appointment.
D
If the patient has not arranged for adequate transportation to and from the appointment, the treatment will be canceled because driving after ECT is dangerous.
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