A Health Teaching Plan for a Patient Taking Lithium Should

question 29

Multiple Choice

A health teaching plan for a patient taking lithium should include instructions to

• A) maintain normal salt and fluids in the diet.
• B) drink twice the usual daily amount of fluid.
• C) double the lithium dose if diarrhea or vomiting occurs.
• D) avoid eating aged cheese, processed meats, and red wine.

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Definitions:

Non-Work Factors

Elements not related to one's job or professional responsibilities, such as personal issues or external activities, that can influence one's performance and well-being.

Stress

A physical, mental, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension, potentially resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.

Moods

Generalized positive and negative feelings or states of mind.

Work Factors

Elements or conditions in the workplace that can influence employee performance and job satisfaction.