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A client will be discharged on lithium carbonate 600 mg three times daily. When teaching the client and his family about lithium therapy, the nurse determines that teaching has been effective if the client and family state that they will notify the prescribing health care provider immediately if which of the following occur? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B, C, E, F

Rationale: Muscle weakness, vertigo, vomiting, and anorexia are signs of lithium toxicity, requiring immediate notification.

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