Asked by Trinity Krystyne on May 31, 2024

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ECT has changed over the years. Patients given this treatment now may receive:

A) higher levels of current.
B) muscle relaxants.
C) oxygen to prevent memory loss.
D) insulin.

ECT

Electroconvulsive Therapy, a psychiatric treatment in which seizures are electrically induced in patients to provide relief from severe mental disorders.

Muscle Relaxants

Medications used to relieve muscle spasms and discomfort.

Oxygen

A chemical element vital to most forms of life on Earth, necessary for respiration and energy production in cells.

  • Understand the methodology and impacts of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
  • Comprehend the evolution and modifications in the use of Electroconvulsive Therapy over time.
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Joseph FagadeJun 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Muscle relaxants are now commonly used in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) to prevent injuries during the procedure by relaxing the patient's muscles.