A nurse is reviewing a client's laboratory results prior to administering the client's medications. The nurse notes that the client's lithium level is 2.0 mEq/L. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Hypoglycemia
Constipation
Muscle irritability
Increased BP
The Correct Answer is C
A. Hypoglycemia
Lithium does not typically affect blood glucose levels.
B. Constipation
Diarrhea, not constipation, is a more common symptom of lithium toxicity.
C. Muscle irritability
Muscle weakness, tremors, and neuromuscular irritability are signs of lithium toxicity (level >1.5 mEq/L).
D. Increased BP
Lithium toxicity does not cause hypertension; it may actually cause hypotension in severe cases.
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Explanation
Lanugo (fine hair) is a classic sign of anorexia due to malnutrition.
Disturbance in body image
Both disorders involve distorted body image, even if the behaviors differ.
Binge eating behavior
Binge eating is characteristic of bulimia, often followed by purging.
Very low weight
Significant underweight is typical in anorexia, while bulimic individuals are often of normal weight.
Peripheral edema
Can occur in both due to malnutrition or purging, especially from electrolyte imbalances or refeeding syndrome.
Self-induced vomiting
Vomiting is a hallmark behavior of bulimia, not typically anorexia unless it's binge-purge type.
Rigorous exercise regimen
Compensatory over-exercising can occur in both disorders as a way to control weight.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Experiencing a bite from a mosquito
This is how diseases like malaria and Zika are transmitted-not hepatitis A.
B. Drinking contaminated water
Hepatitis A is transmitted via the fecal-oral route, often through contaminated food or water.
C. Sharing a razor with someone else
This increases risk for hepatitis B or C, not A.
D. Receiving a blood transfusion
Also a risk for hepatitis B and C-not A.
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