Multiple Choice
A patient has taken lithium ( Lithobid ) 300 mg three times daily for 1 week. The patient reports the presence of fine hand tremors and thirst. Select the nurse's best action.
A) Increase sodium in the patient's diet.
B) Immediately obtain a serum lithium level determination.
C) Comfort the patient that these effects will probably decrease over time.
D) Withhold the lithium until the patient no longer exhibits these side effects.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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