When discussing electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) with an older chronically depressed adult and their family, which statement will the nurse use to support this intervention?
a. "This treatment has been shown to be effective in individuals who have not responded well to antidepressant medications."
b. "ECT has been found to be as effective in older adults as in younger adults."
c. "ECT is a safe intervention for those with depression."
d. "While there may be some short term memory loss, most individuals find that their memory comes back within a few days."
ANS: A
ECT has been found to be effective in individuals who have psychotic depression and those who do not respond to antidepressant medications. While the other options are true state-ments, they do not support the use of the intervention for this client as well as the correct option does.
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