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berenicecastro

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Your manic patient is being discharged on lithium. Which of the following would NOT be in the teaching plan?
 
  A.
  Blood levels must be closely monitored.
  B.
  Continue to take lithium even when your manic symptoms are resolved.
  C.
  Restrict fluids while taking this drug.
  D.
  Contact your doctor if you experience side effects rather than stopping the drug.

Question 2

Which of the following is true about lithium?
 
  A.
  It is available in multiple formulations, including IV and suppository.
  B.
  It is generally discontinued for 2 weeks prior to any major surgery.
  C.
  It is used on a prn basis when the patient feels anxious.
  D.
  None of the above


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ryrychapman11

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Dehydration promotes lithium toxicity.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
All of these responses are incorrect about lithium.


berenicecastro

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

alexanderhamilton

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Gracias!

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