What should an older adult be encouraged to implement in order to prevent lithium toxicity?

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Increasing fluid intake to 3500 mL daily helps to prevent lithium toxicity by increasing renal excretion of the medication. This is especially important in older adults who may have decreased renal function. Ambulating after drug administration or prohibiting citrus fruit in the diet are not directly related to preventing lithium toxicity. While a prescribed stool softener is important to prevent constipation, it does not directly relate to preventing lithium toxicity.

What Should an Older Adult Be Encouraged to Implement in Order