A client began taking lithium for the treatment of bipolar disorder approximately 1 month ago and asks a nurse why he has gained 12 pounds since then. Which is the most appropriate nursing response?
A) "I'm surprised you have gained; weight loss is the typical pattern when taking lithium."
B) "Your weight gain is more likely related to food intake than medication."
C) "Weight gain is a common, but troubling, side effect. Let's talk about some strategies for safely improving your nutrition and exercise habits."
D) "There's not much you can do about the weight gain. It's better than being emotionally unstable though."
C
You might also like to view...
The nurse is preparing to complete a physical assessment before surgery. Which of the following should the nurse obtain? Select all that apply
1. Mini mental status 2. Assessment of hearing 3. Assessment of the respiratory system 4. Gastrointestinal assessment 5. Maintain NPO status.
The nurse is conducting a closure group and asks the clients to write down what they think is the most important experience they had during the day. The nurse is performing which of the following types of analysis?
A) Psychological B) Behavioral C) Affective D) Cognitive
The nurse is assisting in the care of a client with pheochromocytoma who has been experiencing clinical manifestations of hypermagnesemia
When evaluating the client, the nurse determines that the client's status is returning to normal if he no longer exhibits which of the following? 1. Tetany 2. Tremors 3. Areflexia 4. Muscular excitability
The nurse would include in a teaching plan about mouth care for a child receiving chemotherapy to:
a. Use a commercial mouthwash b. Clean the teeth with a soft toothbrush c. Avoid the use of a Waterpik d. Inspect the mouth weekly for ulcerations