Which client is appropriate for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?
a. client who has had recent MI c. severely hypertensive client
b. client with increased ICP d. severely depressed pregnant client
D
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) has proven to be a very effective treatment for depression. It is generally used in cases where medication and talk therapy have failed or medication is contraindicated. There are few contraindications to ECT; however, it should not be used in clients with cerebral lesions, increased intracranial pressure, recent MI, severe cardiac ischemia, or severe hypertension.
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A) assist clients to a peaceful death. B) promote, maintain, and restore health. C) keep clients out of the hospital. D) better use nursing knowledge for care.
The client has an indwelling catheter. How should the nurse obtain a sterile urine specimen?
a. Disconnect the catheter from the drainage tubing. b. Withdraw urine from a urinometer. c. Open the drainage bag and remove urine. d. Use a needle to withdraw urine from the catheter port.
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