Question

A nurse is preparing a patient for ECT. He is explaining the procedure and what to expect during and after the procedure. Which of the following are accurate statements? (Select all that apply)

a) After the procedure, you will rest for one to two hours.
b) A small percentage of people should expect residual seizure disorders.
c) During the procedure, you will be awake and able to let the doctor know if it hurts.
d) A nurse will be with you throughout treatment and during the recovery period until you are fully awake.
e) It's possible to experience permanent memory loss.

Answer 1

The ECT procedure involves resting after the procedure, possible residual seizure disorders, having a nurse present throughout treatment and recovery, and the possibility of temporary memory loss and confusion.

Step-by-step explanation:

The accurate statements regarding the ECT procedure are:

• After the procedure, you will rest for one to two hours.
• A small percentage of people should expect residual seizure disorders.
• A nurse will be with you throughout treatment and during the recovery period until you are fully awake.
• It's possible to experience permanent memory loss.

During the procedure, the patient will be placed under anesthesia and will not be awake. A small electrical current is passed through the brain to trigger a controlled seizure, which may help alleviate symptoms of mental health disorders. After the procedure, patients may experience confusion and memory loss, but these symptoms are usually temporary.