Multiple Choice
A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder asks the nurse, "Why can't I take my lithium just once a day at bedtime? It's hard to remember to take it three times." The nurse's reply should be based on what information?
A) The half-life of lithium is short.
B) Renal excretion is greater at night.
C) GI absorption is diminished at night.
D) The toxicity potential increases with once-a-day dosing.
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