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The Nurse Is Assisting with Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

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The nurse is assisting with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) . What is the rationale for administering 100% oxygen to a client during and after ECT?


A) To prevent brain damage from the electrical impulse of the procedure
B) To prevent decreased blood pressure, pulse, and respiration owing to electrical stimulation
C) To prevent anoxia resulting from medication-induced paralysis of respiratory muscles
D) To prevent blocked airway, resulting from seizure activity

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