A Person Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Ran Out of Money

question 4

Multiple Choice

A person diagnosed with bipolar disorder ran out of money, did not refill a lithium prescription, and then relapsed. After assaulting several people in the community, this person was convicted and sentenced. Prior to parole, which outcome has priority for the correctional nurse to achieve? The person

• A) agrees in writing to continue lithium therapy.
• B) is reestablished on an appropriate dose of lithium.
• C) lists community resources for prescription assistance.
• D) agrees to a follow-up appointment in an outpatient clinic.

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