A female client undergoes a scheduled electroencephalogram (EEG). Which of the following postprocedure activities should the nurse carry out for the client?
A) Allow the client to rest and shampoo the client's hair.
B) Provide the client with adequate caffeine-rich drinks.
C) Measure the level of consciousness (LOC) of the client.
D) Measure the heart and the pulse rate.
A
Feedback:
After an EEG, the nurse should ensure rest for the sleep-deprived client and shampoo the client's hair to remove the glue used to affix electrodes to the scalp. The client is advised not to take sedative drugs and caffeine-related drinks before the EEG, and there is no reason to provide the client with them after the test. The nurse should not measure the LOC, the heart rate, or the pulse rate of the client unless advised by the physician.
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