After teaching a client about lithium carbonate (Lithane), a nurse would consider the teaching successful on the basis of which client statement?
A. "I should expect to feel better in a couple of days."
B. "I'll call my doctor immediately if I experience any diarrhea or ringing in my ears."
C. "If I forget a dose, I can double the dose the next time I take this drug."
D. "I need to restrict my intake of any food containing salt."
ANS: B
The initial signs of lithium toxicity include ataxia, blurred vision, severe diarrhea, persistent nausea and vomiting, and tinnitus.
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