Bipolar Disorder Nclex Questions

Bipolar Disorder Nclex Questions Leave the first rating Terms in this set (4) Save Although historically Lithium has been the medication of choice for mania, several others have been used with good results. Which of the Following are used in the treatment of bipolar disorder? Select all that apply.

• Olanzepine (Zyprexa)
• Paroxitine (Paxil)
• Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
• Gabapentin (Neurontin)
• Tranylcypromine (Parnate)

a, c, d

The physician orders Lithium Carbonate 600mg tid for a newly diagnosed client with Bipolar disorder. There is a therapeutic window margin between the therapeutic and toxic levels of lithium. therapeutic range for acute mania is

• 1.0 to 1.5 mEq/L
• 10 to 15 mEq/L
• 0.5 to 1.0 mEq/L

d.5 to 10 mEq/L

Answer is: a

A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is prescribed lithium carbonate (Lithobid). When teaching the patient about the medication, which of these statements is a priority for the healthcare provider include?

• "You should follow this low calorie,

low sodium diet to prevent weight gain."

• "You should avoid consuming

dairy products when you are taking this medication."

• "Call our office immediately if you

experience any unusual bruising or bleeding."

• "Drink lots of fluids, especially if

you are active during hot weather." Answer is d

A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is experiencing the manic phase of the disorder. Which neurotransmitter alterations will the healthcare provider identify as contributing to mania? Choose all

answers that apply:

• Increased glutamate
• Decreased dopamine
• Decreased acetylcholine
• Decreased gamma-aminobutyric

acid GABA)

• Increased serotonin
• Increased norepinephrine

Answer a, d, f