The client receiving lithium should be assessed for
a. alopecia, purpura, and drowsiness.
b. pharyngitis, mydriasis, and dystonia.
c. diaphoresis, weakness, and nausea.
d. ascites, dyspnea, and edema.
C
The symptoms listed in option C are early signs of lithium toxicity. All other problems mentioned
are unrelated to lithium therapy.
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