A nurse is assisting with the care of a client following electroconvulsive therapy for the treatment of a depressive disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect 15 min following the procedure?

Dependent personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behavior. When providing discharge teaching to the caregiver of a client with dependent personality disorder, it is important to promote the client's independence and self-empowerment. Encouraging the client to be assertive is an appropriate instruction because it promotes the development of self-advocacy skills and assertiveness, which can help the client gain confidence and reduce dependency on others.

limiting the client's social interactions in (option B) is incorrect because it, would not be an appropriate instruction. Restricting social interactions may further reinforce the client's dependency and hinder their ability to develop social skills and relationships.

maintaining a verbal no-harm contract with the client in (option C) is incorrect because it, is not specifically related to the management of dependent personality disorder. No-harm contracts are more commonly used in the context of managing self-harm or suicidal ideation, which may or may not be present in individuals with dependent personality disorder.

assuming responsibility for making the client's decisions in (option D) is incorrect because it, would further enable the client's dependency and undermine their autonomy. It is important to encourage the client to make their own decisions and take responsibility for their actions, within their capabilities.

A respiratory rate of 8 breaths per minute with shallow respirations and cyanosis indicates significant respiratory distress and inadequate oxygenation. The client's airway needs to be assessed and cleared to ensure a proper flow of air into the lungs. This can involve positioning the client appropriately, providing manual or mechanical assistance with ventilation, or using other airway management techniques as necessary.
While administering oxygen to the client and placing a pulse oximeter on the client's finger are important interventions to improve oxygenation and monitor oxygen saturation, they should not delay the immediate priority of establishing a patent airway.
Checking the client's pulse rate is also important and should be done in a timely manner, but it should not take precedence over ensuring a clear and open airway for the client.