ECT Flashcards
1
Q
ECT
A-
A
seduced pt has small electrical currents through side of brain to induce minor seizures and correct chemical imbalances in the brain
2
Q
ECT
T -
A
Twice weekly 6-12 session
3
Q
ECT
H -
A
Put to sleep and electrical shock give for 6-12 session twice weekly
4
Q
ECT
E-
A
2 Weeks to see improvements in 70-80%
5
Q
ECT
T -
A
NBM 6 hrs prior
6
Q
ECT
I - (4)
A
Short term memory loss
headaches
brief confusion
GA risk
7
Q
Do we stop taking anti depressants with CBT
A
No keep taking SSRI
