Dillon P
Department of Psychiatry, University of Rochester Medical Center, NY 14642-8409, USA.
Convuls Ther. 1995 Sep;11(3):188-91.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is shrouded in myths and misconception. The notion of ECT often generates high levels of anxiety among patients and their families. In response to this anxiety a pre-ECT teaching intervention was implemented by nurses at Strong Memorial Hospital. This intervention encompasses a five-step plan designed to lessen anxiety and educate patients and families. In addition, it provides an opportunity for health care providers to become sensitive to the special needs and fears of individuals and families faced with the decision of whether or not to proceed with ECT as a treatment.
电休克疗法（ECT）笼罩在诸多神话和误解之中。ECT的概念常常在患者及其家属中引发高度焦虑。为应对这种焦虑，斯特朗纪念医院的护士实施了一项ECT术前教学干预措施。该干预措施包含一个五步计划，旨在减轻焦虑并对患者及其家属进行教育。此外，它为医疗服务提供者提供了一个机会，使他们能够对面临是否进行ECT治疗决策的个人和家庭的特殊需求及恐惧保持敏感。
