A Client Diagnosed with Bipolar I Disorder Is Exhibiting Severe

question 5

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is exhibiting severe manic behaviors. A physician prescribes lithium carbonate (Eskalith) and olanzapine (Zyprexa) . The client's spouse asks the nurse how Zyprexa works. Which is the appropriate nursing response?

• A) "Zyprexa in combination with Eskalith cures manic symptoms."
• B) "Zyprexa prevents extrapyramidal side effects."
• C) "Zyprexa increases the effectiveness of the immune system."
• D) "Zyprexa calms hyperactivity until the Eskalith takes effect."

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