A patient who takes lithium phones the nurse at the clinic to say,"I've had diarrhea for 4 days.I feel weak and unsteady when I walk.My usual hand tremor has gotten worse.What should I do?" Which instruction by the nurse is appropriate?

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The symptoms described suggest lithium toxicity.The patient should have a lithium level drawn and may require further treatment.Because neurological symptoms are present,the patient should not drive and should be accompanied by another person.

A Patient Who Takes Lithium Phones the Nurse at the Clinic