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According to the nurse instructing the client, which foods contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids? (Select all that apply.)

Green beans

Bananas

Flax seeds

Salmon

Sunflower seeds

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : C,D

A. Green beans and bananas do not contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids.

B. Bananas do not contain significant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids.

C. Flax seeds are a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a type of omega-3 fatty acid.

D. Salmon is a fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).

E. Sunflower seeds are not a significant source of omega-3 fatty acids; they are higher in omega-6 fatty acids.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Sleepiness is not typically associated with a low lithium level.

B. A relaxed appearance is not typically associated with a low lithium level.

C. Calm behavior is not typically associated with a low lithium level.

D. A lithium level of 0.3 mEq/L is considered below the therapeutic range, which typically falls between 0.6 and 1.2 mEq/L. Therefore, a nurse would expect to assess symptoms of under-medication, such as potential recurrence of manic symptoms, such hyperactivity.

A. Lithium toxicity B. Increased effectiveness C. The need to increase the lithium dosage D. Lower serum lithium levels

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Lithium toxicity can occur if the patient becomes dehydrated while taking lithium, as dehydration can lead to higher concentrations of lithium in the blood.

B. Increased effectiveness is not a consequence of dehydration while taking lithium.

C. Dehydration would not typically lead to the need to increase the lithium dosage but rather to the risk of toxicity.

D. Dehydration can lead to higher, not lower, serum lithium levels, increasing the risk of toxicity.

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According to the nurse instructing the client, which foods contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids? (Select all that apply.)

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Correct Answer is D

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Correct Answer is A

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