A patient diagnosed with mania begins lithium therapy on October 1.What is the earliest date a nurse can expect to see clinical improvement in the patient's condition?

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The onset of action for lithium therapy is usually 5 to 7 days after starting treatment, so the earliest date a nurse can expect to see clinical improvement is October 8.

A Patient Diagnosed with Mania Begins Lithium Therapy on October