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A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is prescribed lithium carbonate
(Lithobid). When teaching the patient about the medication, which of
these statements is a priority for the healthcare provider include?
A. "You should follow this low calorie, low sodium diet to prevent weight
gain."
B. "You should avoid consuming dairy products when you are taking this
medication."
C. "Call our office immediately if you experience any unusual bruising or
bleeding."
D. "Drink lots of fluids, especially if you are active during hot weather." -
correct answer D
A patient diagnosed with depression is prescribed fluoxetine (Prozac).
Which of the following would the healthcare provider most likely observe
if the patient experiences an adverse effect of this medication?
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a. Bradycardia
b. Decreased libido
c. Urinary retention
d. Weight loss - correct answer B
Which of the following would not be a protective factor against suicide?
a. Having limited access to highly lethal methods of suicide
b. Easy access to a variety of resources and support
c. Lack of coping skills in problem solving, conflict resolution, and
nonviolent handling of disputes.
d. Having a significant other - correct answer C (Protective factors
against suicide include:
-Effective and appropriate clinical care for mental, physical, and
substance abuse disorders
-Easy access to a variety of clinical interventions and support for help-
seeking
-Restricted access to highly lethal methods of suicide
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-Family and community support
-Support from ongoing medical and mental health care relationships
-Learned skills in problem solving, conflict resolution, and nonviolent
handling of disputes
-Cultural and religious beliefs that discourage suicide and support self-
preservation instincts
-Going to church
-Having a pet, having children, or being a caregiver
-Having a significant other)
Which of the following are individual risk factors for suicide? Select all
that apply.
a. Female gender
b. Command hallucinations
c. Pts. age is 16 years old
d. No history of depression of a mental health disorder
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e. The pt. has Parkinson's. - correct answer B C E (Risk factors for suicide
include:
-*Sex* (Male)
-*Age* (<19 or >45)
-History of *depression*
-*Previous* suicide attempt
-*Ethanol* abuse
-*Rational* thinking loss (Ex. command hallucinations)
-*Social* supports lacking
-*Organized* plan
-*No* spouse
-*Sickness* (Chronic debilitating disease)
You are caring for a patient who is experiencing mania secondary to
bipolar disorder. Which of the following would be *atypical* of someone
experiencing mania?
a. Fatigue