A Patient with Bipolar Disorder Is in the Maintenance Phase

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient 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 most appropriate response.

• A)"You will be able to stop the medication in approximately 1 month."
• B)"Taking the medication every day helps prevent relapses and recurrences."
• C)"Usually patients take this medication for approximately 6 months after discharge."
• D)"It's unusual that the health care provider hasn't already stopped your medication."

---

Definitions:

Competitors

Other businesses or individuals offering similar products or services in the same market, vying for the same customer base.

Convenient Locations

Places that are easily accessible to customers, often chosen by businesses to enhance visibility and accessibility, leading to increased customer traffic.

Customer Relationship Management

A strategy for managing an organization's interactions with current and potential customers, often using data analysis to study large amounts of information.

Private-label Merchandise

Products that are manufactured or provided by one company for offer under another company's brand, often found in retail to offer exclusive branding options to the retailer.