Psychiatric nurses often care for clients who are preparing for or have undergone electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which statement is accurate regarding ECT?
A) Electrical stimulation to the brain produces a grand mal seizure.
B) Maximal muscle movement is required to ensure efficacy of the treatment.
C) The client will sleep for about 12 hours after treatment.
D) The client will fully recall what occurred during the treatment.
A
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