ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Assessment Exam Questions
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A nurse is preparing to teach a client who has major depressive disorder and is scheduled to undergo electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: ECT is delivered through electrodes attached to the head. The rationale is that Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) involves passing electrical currents through the brain to induce controlled seizures. This is achieved by attaching electrodes to the patient's head to deliver the electrical stimuli. This statement is crucial for the client to understand the procedure accurately. Other choices are incorrect because: A is incorrect because ECT is not contraindicated for clients with psychotic symptoms, in fact, it can be used to treat severe depression with psychotic features. C is incorrect because ECT can be administered to clients with suicidal ideation if they have not responded to other treatments. D is incorrect because ECT is typically conducted under general anesthesia, not regional anesthesia.
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