A nursing student is observing an electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) procedure. The student notices a blood pressure cuff on the client's lower leg. The student questions the instructor about the cuff placement
Which is the most accurate instructor reply? A. "The cuff has to be placed on the leg because both arms are used for intravenous fluids."
B. "The cuff functions to prevent succinylcholine from reaching the foot."
C. "The cuff position gives a more accurate blood pressure reading during the treatment."
D. "The cuff is placed on the leg so that arms can easily be restrained during seizure."
B
A blood pressure cuff is placed on the lower leg and inflated above systolic pressure before injection of succinylcholine. This is to ensure that seizure activity can be observed and timed in this one limb that is unaffected by the paralytic agent.
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