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KimWrice

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Which intervention is highest priority for the care plan of a client on lithium therapy?
 
  a. Drink 1 to 2 L of water per day.
  b. Limit caffeinated beverages.
  c. Eat three meals daily.
  d. Suck on ice chips for dry mouth.

Question 2

A client is taking an antidepressant. What would indicate a side effect of anticholinergic origin?
 
  a. Diarrhea
  b. Increased salivation and drooling
  c. Urinary retention
  d. Bradycardia


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

ANS: A
Drinking water and staying hydrated are of highest priority. Lithium may cause polyuria and lead to dehydration.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Urinary retention, constipation, tachycardia, and dry mouth are anticholinergic symptoms.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

carojassy25

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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