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A nurse is planning to teach a client who is taking lithium. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching as adverse effects of therapeutic lithium level?

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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Weight gain and dry mouth. Weight gain is a common adverse effect of lithium due to its impact on thyroid function and increased appetite. Dry mouth is also common due to lithium's anticholinergic effects. Oliguria and muscle weakness (choice
B) are not typical adverse effects of lithium at therapeutic levels. Hallucinations and blurred vision (choice
C) are not commonly associated with lithium. Coarse hand tremors and confusion (choice
D) are more likely to occur with lithium toxicity rather than therapeutic levels. It is important to focus on the most common and relevant adverse effects to ensure effective teaching.

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