A female (35 years old) with bipolar disorder has beenstable for the past 6 months on a dose of lithium 600 mg bid. Shecomes in for an office visit and states that she is planning a3-month camping trip to a remote location in the Southwest. Shewants to be sure she has sufficient supply of medication becauseshe will not have access to healthcare facilities.
What concerns might there be regarding thistrip?
What nutritional advice would you want to give thisclient?
What signs and symptoms of adverse effects should theclient watch for and be prepared to address?
What other teaching should be included, for examplefoods to avoid, daily water intake etc.?
A female (35 years old) with bipolar disorder has been stable for the past 6 months on a dose of lithium 600 mg bid. She
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