问题
单项选择题
Nursing care for a client after electroeonvulsive therapy (ECT) should include which of the following
A.Nothing by mouth for 24 hours after the treatment because of the anesthetic agent.
B.Bed rest for the first 8 hours after a treatment.
C.Assessment of short-term memory loss.
D.No special care.
答案
参考答案:C
解析:The nurse must assess the level of short-term memory loss. Short-term memory loss is the most common adverse effect of ECT. In most cases, memory returns within 3 months. The client might need to be reoriented. The client can get out of bed and eat as soon as he feels comfortable.