Mood Stabilizers Flashcards
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Lithium
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Indication: Mania (BP Disorder)
Action: Inhibits excitatory neurotransmitters such as dopamine and glutamate, and promotes GABA-mediated neurotransmission
Nursing Considerations:
● Do NOT administer with NSAIDS
● Monitor drug levels:
○ Therapeutic level - 0.6-1.2 mEq/L
● Encourage adequate fluid intake (lithium is a salt)
● Side effects:
○ Seizures, arrhythmias, fatigue, confusion, nausea, anorexia, hypothyroidism, tremors
