The nurse is educating a patient with a new prescription for lithium carbonate. Which information is most important for the nurse to include in the teaching plan?
a. It can take up to two weeks for Lithium to reach a therapeutic level in the body.
b. Lithium is often given in conjunction with loop diuretics.
c. Carefully restrict sodium intake to less than 1 gram/day.
d. Take medication before breakfast for maximum effectiveness.
A
Lithium may take 7-14 days to reach therapeutic level in the body. Diuretics should be avoided while on Lithium therapy. Patients should not restrict sodium intake since low sodium levels could cause Lithium toxicity. Medication should be taken with meals to decrease gastric distress.
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