lithium carbonate

Question 1

name

Answer 1

lithium carbonate

Question 2

uses

Answer 2

bipolar disorder

Question 3

adverse reactions

Answer 3

-nausea, drowsiness, fatigue
-thirst
-dry mouth
-weight gain

Question 4

toxicity

Answer 4

Mild: 1.5-2
Moderate: 2-3
Severe: >3

-confusion
-blurred vision
-diarrhea
-tinnitus
-slurred speach
-coma
-convulsions
-excessive urination
-excessive thirst
-tremors/ataxia

Question 5

contraindication

Answer 5

• dont give if pregnant or breastfeeding
  -renal/cardio disease
  -dehydrated pt
  -receiving diuretics
  -sodium depletion
  -avoid NSAID

Question 6

education

Answer 6

-carry ID showing you take lithium
-educate s&s of toxicity
-take med regularly
-lithium levels checked every 1-2 months
-do not operative machinery or drive
-drink plenty of water
-avoid low salt diet