Which beverage will the nurse instruct a client taking lithium (Eskalith) for treatment of bipolar disorder to avoid?
a. Cola
b. Grape juice
c. Milk
d. Orange juice
ANS: A
The client should avoid caffeine products such as cola, because they can aggravate the manic phase of bipolar disorder.
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