A client has been taking lithium for 1 year, and the most recent lithium level is 0.9 rnEq/L. Which statement about the laboratory result is correct?
The lithium level is too high
The lithium level is too low
The lithium level is therapeutic
Lithium is not usually monitored with blood levels
The Correct Answer is C
therapeutic range for lithium is 0.8 t0 1.2mmol/l
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
immunosuppression with no pool of white blood cells to fight against infection, fever occurs as a result of production of inflammatory markers against infection
B. In bone marrow suppression the white blood cells are low
A, D.Are general symptoms that could be as a result of other non-infective pathologies
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. anticholinergics cause dry mouth due to reduced secretion in the salivary glands and artificial saliva is important
B. Fluid intake is encouraged especially due to dry mouth
C. Discontinuing medication without consulting the provider is inappropriate
D. Taking medication on an empty stomach isn’t related to absorption
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