A Client Diagnosed with Bipolar I Disorder Is Exhibiting Severe

A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is exhibiting severe manic behaviors. A physician prescribes lithium carbonate (Eskalith) and olanzapine (Zyprexa) . The client's spouse asks the nurse how Zyprexa works. Which is the appropriate nursing response?

A) "Zyprexa in combination with Eskalith cures manic symptoms."
B) "Zyprexa prevents extrapyramidal side effects."
C) "Zyprexa increases the effectiveness of the immune system."
D) "Zyprexa calms hyperactivity until the Eskalith takes effect."