During discharge planning,a patient whose manic symptoms are remitting asks,"Do I have to take lithium even though I'm not high any longer?" The most appropriate response is:

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Patients with bipolar disorder are maintained on medication indefinitely to prevent recurrences.The earlier and the more thoroughly the patient understands this need,the more likely it is that he or she will comply with the long-term treatment plan.

During Discharge Planning,a Patient Whose Manic Symptoms Are Remitting Asks,"Do