A client is emerging from anesthesia following ECT. The client is agitated and incoherent. The nurse may expect to administer which medication to stabilize these symptoms?
A) Diazepam
B) Brevital
C) Robinul
D) Caffeine
Ans: A
When postictal agitation occurs, the client may require intravenous diazepam (Valium). During the ECT procedure, the client is given a quick-acting anesthetic, such as Brevital, after being placed on a padded mat or table. An atropine-like drug, Robinul, is given to dry up body secretions and prevent aspiration. Caffeine would be an inappropriate drug to give this patient for these symptoms.
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