A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for lithium carbonate. Prior to administering the first dose, which of the following laboratory values should the nurse evaluate?

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A. The priority action is to remove the client from the source of carbon monoxide poisoning, which in this case is the kerosene space heater. Taking the client outdoors will provide fresh air and reduce exposure to carbon monoxide.

B. Wrapping blankets around the client may further exacerbate the symptoms by trapping the carbon monoxide, worsening the client's condition.

C. While loosening the client's clothing may improve ventilation, it is not as effective as removing the client from the source of exposure.

D. Opening the client's windows may help improve ventilation, but it is not as effective as taking the client outdoors to reduce exposure to carbon monoxide.

A. "My stoma size will stay the same, even after it has healed." - This statement is incorrect.

Stoma size can change during the healing process and may continue to evolve over time due to factors such as swelling, retraction, or prolapse.

B. "My stoma will drain liquid fluid continuously." - This statement is correct. In an ileostomy, the stoma typically drains liquid stool continuously due to the absence of the colon, which is responsible for absorbing water from the feces.

C. "I will change my pouch system every 2 weeks." - This statement is incorrect. The frequency of pouch changes depends on individual factors such as stoma size, type of pouching system used, and personal preference. It is essential to teach clients to change their pouch when needed, which may vary from a few days to a week or longer.

D. "I will ensure that my medications are enteric coated." - This statement is unrelated to ileostomy care. Enteric-coated medications are designed to resist dissolution in the acidic environment of the stomach and instead dissolve in the alkaline environment of the small intestine. It is not directly relevant to stoma care.