A patient is hospitalized with new onset of manic behavior. It would be important for the nurse to inspect and report results of which laboratory tests? Select all that apply
a. Calcium
b. Creatinine
c. Potassium
d. Drug screens
e. Thyroid function
A, D, E
Medical conditions may cause mania, including hypercalcemia, hyperthyroidism, and selected drugs of abuse, particularly stimulants. Steroids may also produce mania.
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