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torybrooks

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Which information would be used by the nurse and multidisciplinary team to evaluate whether the prescribed medication regimen is the most effective one for a patient with bipolar disorder?
 
  1. The patient's report of compliance with the regimen
  2. Evidence and acuity of symptoms of the disease
  3. Weight changes and daily blood glucose values
  4. Serum blood levels of the medication

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The nurse assesses a patient for possible lithium toxicity. Which finding(s) would be consistent with excessive levels of lithium? You may select more than one answer.
 
  1. Weight gain
  2. Decreased urine output
  3. Constipation
  4. ECG changes
  5. Ataxia


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britb2u

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answers: 4, 5


torybrooks

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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