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HudsonKB16

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A outpatient with bipolar disorder takes lithium carbonate 600 mg BID. The patient complains of nausea. To lessen the nausea, the nurse can suggest taking the lithium with:
 
  a. meals.
  b. an antacid.
  c. an antiemetic.
  d. a large glass of juice.

Question 2

Following completion of a male client's series of group therapy sessions, the nurse periodically talks with the client to determine whether he has any signs of relapse of his previous problems. This action by the nurse is an example of:
 
  a. Planning
  b. Assessment
  c. Intervention
  d. Diagnosing



bbburns21

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Answer to Question 1

A
Some patients find taking lithium with meals diminishes nausea. The other options are less helpful.

Answer to Question 2

B
In this situation, the nurse is assessing for any signs of relapse. Assessment is a continuous process. Planning is the phase of the nursing process when client goals are set and interventions are planned; intervention is the phase of the nursing process when planned interventions are actually implemented; and diagnosis is the phase of the nursing process following assessment when the client's problem is identified.



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