The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of lithium (Lithibid)to a patient who has been taking the drug as maintenance therapy to treat bipolar disorder.The nurse assesses the patient and notes tremors and confusion.The patient's latest serum lithium level was 2 mEq/L.Which action will the nurse take?

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The patient has symptoms of lithium toxicity,and the serum drug level is in toxic range.The nurse should hold the dose and notify the provider.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer a Dose of Lithium