A Patient Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Is in the Maintenance

A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is in the maintenance phase of treatment.The patient asks,"Do I have to keep taking this lithium even though my mood is stable now?" Select the nurse's appropriate response.

A) "You will be able to stop the medication in about 1 month."
B) "Taking the medication every day helps reduce the risk of a relapse."
C) "Usually patients take medication for approximately 6 months after discharge."
D) "It's unusual that the health care provider hasn't already stopped your medication."

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