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ATI N211 Pharmacology Exam Questions
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A nurse is teaching a client who has bipolar disorder and a prescription for lithium to recognize the manifestations of toxicity. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Vomiting is an indication of toxicity. Lithium toxicity commonly presents with gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. This statement indicates that the client understands a crucial sign of lithium toxicity.
Choice B, increased flatulence, is not a typical manifestation of lithium toxicity. Headaches (choice
C) are more commonly seen in cases of lithium overdose, not just toxicity. Loss of appetite (choice
D) is a symptom of lithium toxicity, but vomiting is a more specific and immediate indication.
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