A Client Began Taking Lithium for the Treatment of Bipolar

question 3

Multiple Choice

A client began taking lithium for the treatment of bipolar disorder approximately 1 month ago and asks why he has gained 12 lbs. since then. Which is the appropriate nursing response?

• A) "I'm surprised you have gained; weight loss is the typical pattern when taking lithium."
• B) "Your weight gain is more likely related to food intake than medication."
• C) "Weight gain is a common, but troubling side effect. Let's talk about some strategies for safely improving your nutrition and exercise habits."
• D) "There's not much you can do about the weight gain. It's better than being emotionally unstable, though."

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Definitions:

Marginal Cost Curve

A graphical representation showing how the cost of producing one additional unit of a good varies as production volume changes.

Raw Materials

The basic materials from which products are manufactured or made.

Average Total Cost

The total cost of production divided by the quantity produced, encompassing both fixed and variable costs to provide a per-unit cost basis.

Fixed Costs

Business expenses that are not dependent on the level of goods or services produced by the business, such as rent and salaries.