What should the nurse preparing a patient for a scheduled appointment for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) remind the patient to do?
a. Drink plenty of fluids before ECT to ensure adequate hydration.
b. Bring a change of clothes in case of incontinence.
c. Be prepared for visual disturbances after the treatment.
d. Arrange for transportation to and from the appointment.
ANS: D
If the patient has not arranged for adequate transportation to and from the appointment, the treatment will be canceled because driving after ECT is dangerous. The patient is typically NPO before the procedure. Incontinence and visual disturbances are not common following the procedure.
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