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A patient who is taking lithium for Bipolar Disorder calls the office to tell you that she has a stomach virus and has been vomiting for the last 24 hours and did not take her medication yesterday. She now feels like she can hold down medication and wants to know if she can continue her regular dose of lithium. The PMHNP advises her on the following: Group of answer choices Hold the lithium for another 48 hours to avoid toxicity. Continue current dose of lithium as long as she is able to tolerate fluids. Educate her about the signs and symptoms of toxicity. Split the dose of lithium in half for the next 72 hours. Double up on the dose of lithium that she missed yesterday, then resume regular dose. Educate her about the signs and symptoms of toxicity.
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