Asked by Robin Wescott on Jul 03, 2024
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Lithium is prescribed for a new patient. Which information from the patient's history indicates that monitoring serum concentrations of the drug will be especially challenging and critical?
A) Arthritis
B) Epilepsy
C) Psoriasis
D) Congestive heart failure
Serum Concentrations
The levels of specific substances, like medications or hormones, within the blood serum, important for diagnostic and treatment purposes.
Congestive Heart Failure
A chronic progressive condition that affects the pumping power of the heart muscles, leading to a buildup of fluid around the heart and throughout the body.
- Identify the indications of complications from medications and the significance of observing these signs.
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Prabin MallickJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The patient with congestive heart failure will likely need diuretic drugs, which will complicate the maintenance of the fluid balance necessary to avoid lithium toxicity. Arthritis, epilepsy, and psoriasis do not directly involve fluid balance and kidney function.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the indications of complications from medications and the significance of observing these signs.
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