During Discharge Planning,a Patient Whose Manic Symptoms Are Remitting Asks,"Do

question 6

Multiple Choice

During discharge planning,a patient whose manic symptoms are remitting asks,"Do I have to take lithium even though I'm not high any longer?" The most appropriate response is:

• A) "You can stop the medication 1 week after discharge."
• B) "You will need to take medication for about 12 weeks."
• C) "Usually patients take medication for 6 months after discharge."
• D) "Taking the medication daily will help you avoid relapses and recurrences."

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