The client is being treated with lithium regularly. The best time for blood to be drawn from the client to check her lithium level is _____ hours after the previous dose
a. 4 to 8
b. 6 to 10
c. 8 to 12
d. 10 to 14
ANS: C
When attempting to assess the client's lithium level, draw the blood sample 8 to 12 hours after the previous dose.
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