This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is in the maintenance phase of treatment. The patient ... (Read 48 times)

PhilipSeeMore

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 561
on: Jul 19, 2018
A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is in the maintenance phase of treatment. The patient asks, Do I have to keep taking this lithium even though my mood is stable now? Select the nurse's appropriate response.
 
  a. You will be able to stop the medication in about 1 month.
  b. Taking the medication every day helps reduce the risk of a relapse.
  c. Usually patients take medication for approximately 6 months after discharge.
  d. It's unusual that the health care provider hasn't already stopped your medication.

Question 2

A nurse assesses a patient who takes lithium. Which findings demonstrate evidence of complications?
 
  a. Pharyngitis, mydriasis, and dystonia
  b. Alopecia, purpura, and drowsiness
  c. Diaphoresis, weakness, and nausea
  d. Ascites, dyspnea, and edema


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

mfedorka

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 324
Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder may be maintained on lithium indefinitely to prevent recurrences. Helping the patient understand this need will promote medication compliance.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Diaphoresis, weakness, and nausea are early signs of lithium toxicity. Problems mentioned in the incorrect options are unrelated to lithium therapy.


PhilipSeeMore

  • Member
  • Posts: 561
Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent

kilada

  • Member
  • Posts: 311
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The training of an anesthesiologist typically requires four years of college, 4 years of medical school, 1 year of internship, and 3 years of residency.

Did you know?

Drying your hands with a paper towel will reduce the bacterial count on your hands by 45–60%.

Did you know?

There are actually 60 minerals, 16 vitamins, 12 essential amino acids, and three essential fatty acids that your body needs every day.

Did you know?

Essential fatty acids have been shown to be effective against ulcers, asthma, dental cavities, and skin disorders such as acne.

Did you know?

Sildenafil (Viagra®) has two actions that may be of consequence in patients with heart disease. It can lower the blood pressure, and it can interact with nitrates. It should never be used in patients who are taking nitrates.

A nurse communicates with her non–English-speaking patient through an interpreter A nurse communicates with her non–English-speaking patient through an interpreter
Fundus of white pateint and black patient Fundus of white pateint and black patient
Fluvoxamine and Panic Disorder Fluvoxamine and Panic Disorder
ROM exercises on a patient’s wrist: extension. ROM exercises on a patient’s wrist: extension.
(A) PET scan of a healthy patient. (B) PET scan of a patient with schizophrenia. This patient will ... (A) PET scan of a healthy patient. (B) PET scan of a patient with schizophrenia. This patient will ...
Video: Premenstrual Syndrome

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library