Question

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the client who is going to have an EEG in the morning. Which of the following information should the nurse provide to the client? a) "You should avoid all food and drink after midnight." b) "You will need to stay awake for the entire night before the test." c) "It's essential to wash your hair thoroughly with shampoo before the test." d) "You may experience some drowsiness or fatigue after the procedure."

Answer 1

D.

Step-by-step explanation:

When preparing a client for an EEG (electroencephalogram), it's important to provide accurate information. Option (d) is the correct one to inform the client about potential side effects or sensations they may experience after the procedure, such as drowsiness or fatigue.

The other options are not accurate:

a) Fasting is generally not required for an EEG, so the client does not need to avoid food and drink after midnight.

b) While it's important to follow any specific instructions given by the healthcare provider, staying awake for the entire night is not typically necessary before an EEG.

c) Washing the hair thoroughly with shampoo is not a standard preparation step for an EEG. The electrodes used for EEG are applied to the scalp, and the hair should be clean but does not necessarily need to be shampooed specifically for the test.