Client was diagnosed with schizophrenia six weeks ago. RN observes client is slow to respond and unable to walk in a straight line or follow basic commands. At times client stands stiffly and is unresponsive to questions. Client mutters, “Can’t live like this. Be gone now.* Toxicology screen negative. Client unable to confirm whether they have been taking their medication as prescribed. 1400 Provider orders electroconvulsive therapy session and R prepares client for procedure 1530 ECT therapy started. Movement noted in client’s left lower extremity below/ inflated blood pressure cuff Moverent identifigd as seizure actinty. The client continues to exhibit concerning behavior on 9/3. Complete the following sentences by choosing from the lists of options. The nurse anticipates administering ]) to the client when the client can be safely approached with the help of security staff. After the client is calm, the nurse will first assess for (2) and then (3)
[Solved]: Client was diagnosed with schizophrenia six weeks ago
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