A Patient Diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder Will Begin Electroconvulsive

A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder will begin electroconvulsive therapy tomorrow. Which interventions are routinely implemented before the treatment? (Select all that apply.)

A) Administer pretreatment medication 30 to 45 minutes before treatment.
B) Withhold food and fluids for a minimum of 6 hours before treatment.
C) Remove dentures, glasses, contact lenses, and hearing aids.
D) Restrain the patient in bed with padded limb restraints.
E) Assist the patient to prepare an advance directive.

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