The client diagnosed with bipolar disorder is taking lithium (Lithobid) and has a lithium level of 1.0 mEq/L. Which intervention should the psychiatric clinic nurse implement based on this laboratory...

The client diagnosed with bipolar disorder is taking lithium (Lithobid) and has a lithium level of 1.0 mEq/L. Which intervention should the psychiatric clinic nurse implement based on this laboratory result?

1. Schedule the client’s next clinic appointment.

2. Call the client and have him or her come to the clinic.

3. Instruct the client to hold the medication for 2 days.

4. Tell the client to increase daily salt intake.