The nurse is caring for a client recovering from an electroconvulsive treatment (ECT). For which expected adverse effects should the nurse assess this client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Hypotension
2. Hallucinations
3. Mental confusion
4. Delusions of grandeur
5. Transient memory loss
Answer: 3, 5
1. Hypotension is not a side effect of ECT.
2. Hallucinations are not side effects of ECT.
3. The most common side effects of ECT include mental confusion.
4. Delusions of grandeur are not side effects of ECT.
5. The most common side effects of ECT include transient memory loss.
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