A client who is taking lithium to control bipolar disorder should understand the need to have which of these done monthly?
a. complete blood count, bleeding time, and hepatic function studies
b. lithium tolerance test
c. serum lithium level
d. 24-hour urine creatine clearance test
C
Serum lithium level must be checked at scheduled intervals throughout therapy. Older adult clients may have a decreased renal function, which places them at greater risk for developing lithium toxicity. Once a client's level is stable, testing usually occurs monthly.
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A client has been prescribed pyridostigmine for myasthenia gravis. The nurse would be alert for the development of which of the following?
A) Seizure disorder B) Reduction of visual acuity C) Abdominal discomfort D) Cardiac arrhythmias
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A. Antibodies B. Hemoglobin C. Phagocytes D. Myoglobin