ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam II Questions
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A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has bipolar disorder and will be discharged with a prescription for lithium. The nurse could teach the client which of the following factors puts her at risk for lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. Running 4 miles outdoors every afternoon can lead to increased sweating, which can cause dehydration. Lithium is excreted by the kidneys, and dehydration can decrease kidney function, leading to an increased risk of lithium toxicity.
Choice B is incorrect because consuming sodium-containing foods helps to maintain electrolyte balance, which is important for lithium therapy.
Choice C is incorrect because adequate fluid intake is important to prevent dehydration and maintain kidney function.
Choice D is incorrect because tyramine is not directly related to lithium toxicity.
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