Which of the Following Is False Concerning the Use of Lithium

question 126

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false concerning the use of lithium?

• A) Individual differences in the rate with which people absorb lithium make getting the proper dosage important
• B) The difference between an effective dose verses a toxic dose is small and that leaves a narrow window of therapeutic effectiveness
• C) It is relatively safe for people taking lithium to monitor their own intake
• D) Side effects of lithium tend to be annoying to those taking the medication

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