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What is a lithium ? - correct answer antimaanic
a naturally occurring salt
True or FalseThere is an interaction between the level of lithium in the blood and
common table salt - correct answer True
What is the normal therapeutic blood levels of lithium range ? - correct answer 0.6-1.2
mEq/L (Mv-250)
True or False Once patients is no longer manic, the need for lithium drugs drops
dramatically - correct answer True
, What is the action of lithium ? - correct answer replaces intracellular and
intraneuronal sodium, stabilizes neuronal membrane. Reduces release of
norepinephrine and increases uptake of tryptophan. Exact action unknown
What are the uses of lithium ? - correct answer mania, prevention of recurrent cycles
What do you monitor when a patient is taking lithium ? - correct answer Electrolytes,
glucose, BUN/creatinine, urinalysis, thyroid function
True or False
You should always be aware of the patient's lithium level prior to administering the
medication. - correct answer True
What are common side effects of Lithium ? - correct answer -nausea,
-vomiting