A Patient Has Been Taking Lithium for 5 Days

question 18

Multiple Choice

A patient has been taking lithium for 5 days.The nurse notes his gait is a little unsteady with a walker,and he complains of thirst and insomnia.Which finding is most important for the nurse to report?

• A) Manic behavior
• B) Unsteady gait
• C) Thirst
• D) Insomnia

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