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The nurse is caring for several clients who are receiving lithium. Which client history should the nurse prioritize for monitoring for potential lithium toxicity? Select all that apply.

Before administering metoprolol, what should the nurse assess?

At a follow-up appointment, the nurse is gathering data on a patient who takes solifenacin (VESIcare).  What is the most likely reason for taking this medication? 

A nurse working in the psychiatric unit receives report for a new patient being admitted with symptoms of depressive disorder and possible schizophrenia. The nurse knows the treatment regimen may include which of the following medications? Select all that apply.

Which agent would the nurse identify as acting specifically on the receptors in the GI tract?

A nurse passing medications at the nursing home is supposed to provide diltiazem (Cardizem) 90 mg PO tid. The pharmacy stocks 60 mg tablets. The nurse should provide ____________________ tablets. Round to nearest tenth.

The nurse receives new orders to start clindamycin 25 mg/kg/day in 4 equal intravenous doses every 6 hr to a child who weighs 20 kg. What is the dose in mg of medication the nurse should provide with each administration? Round to nearest whole number. ___________________mg

Which of the following would be included in the patient teaching for a client receiving lithium (Lithobid) therapy? Select all that apply.

What beta-adrenergic antagonist is used for migraine prophylaxis?

The nurse is conducting a follow-up assessment of a school-aged child whose ADHD is being treated with dextroamphetamine. In addition to assessing for desired effects, what assessment should the nurse prioritize?