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The client is in a manic phase of bipolar disorder, and is receiving lithium. What will the nurse expect to assess when the client's lithium level is 0.3 mEq/L?

Sleepiness

Relaxed appearance

Calm behavior

Hyperactivity

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

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.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Suspended release formulations typically have a slower onset of action compared to sublingual administration.

B. Transdermal patches provide a slow, continuous release of nitroglycerin and do not offer rapid onset.

C. Topical ointments have a slower onset of action compared to sublingual administration.

D. Sublingual administration of nitroglycerin provides the most rapid onset of action due to direct absorption through the oral mucosa.

A. noxium B. valium C. librium D. lithium

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. "Noxium" is not a known medication for mood stabilization in bipolar disorder.

B. Valium and Librium are benzodiazepines commonly used for anxiety and are not typically used for mood stabilization in bipolar disorder.

D. Lithium is a mood stabilizer commonly used in the treatment of bipolar disorder to prevent or reduce the severity of manic and depressive episodes.

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The client is in a manic phase of bipolar disorder, and is receiving lithium. What will the nurse expect to assess when the client's lithium level is 0.3 mEq/L?

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

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Correct Answer is D

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