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A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is in the maintenance phase of treatment.The patient asks,"Do I have to keep taking this lithium even though my mood is stable now?" Select the nurse's appropriate response.
Second-Generation Antipsychotic
A class of medication used to treat psychiatric conditions, believed to offer fewer side effects than first-generation antipsychotics, particularly less tendency to cause movement disorders.
Patient Education
The practice of educating patients about their health, treatment options, management of their condition, and preventive practices to empower them in their care.
Schizophrenia
A chronic brain disorder known for causing a range of symptoms, such as delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking, impacting daily functioning.
Atypical Antipsychotic Drugs
A newer class of psychiatric medication that treats symptoms of psychosis, such as delusions and hallucinations, with potentially fewer side effects than older antipsychotic drugs.
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