A client was exhibiting signs of mania and was recently started on lithium carbonate. She has no known physical problems. A teaching plan for this client would include which of the following?

The correct answer is A. Regular foods should be eaten, including those that contain salt, such as bacon, ham, V-8 juice. (A) This answer is correct. A balanced diet with adequate salt intake is necessary. (B) This answer is incorrect. The client must drink six to eight full glasses of fluid per day (2000-3000 mL/day). (C) Thisanswer is incorrect. The client should be instructed to avoid…

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ARegular foods should be eaten, including those that contain salt, such as bacon, ham, V-8 juice,
BRestrict fluids to 1000 mL/day.
CRestrict foods that contain salt or sodium.
DDiscontinue the medication if nausea occurs.

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A
71% (22)
B
3% (1)
C
10% (3)
D
16% (5)

Explanation

(A) This answer is correct. A balanced diet with adequate salt intake is necessary. (B) This answer is incorrect. The client must drink six to eight full glasses of fluid per day (2000-3000 mL/day). (C) Thisanswer is incorrect. The client should be instructed to avoid fluctuations of sodium intake. Diet should be balanced, with an adequate salt intake. (D) This answer is incorrect. Nausea is a frequent side effect that can be minimized with administration of drug with meals or after eating food.

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