A client experienced bradycardia during electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) treatment. A nurse assigns a nursing diagnosis of decreased cardiac output R/T vagal stimulation occurring during ECT. Which outcome would the nurse expect the client to achieve?

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Decreased cardiac output can lead to inadequate tissue perfusion. Therefore, the expected outcome would be for the client to maintain adequate tissue perfusion 1 hour after treatment. Verbalizing understanding of the need for moving slowly, maintaining oxygen saturation levels, or understanding common side effects of ECT do not specifically address the issue of decreased cardiac output and tissue perfusion.

A Client Experienced Bradycardia During Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Treatment