The nurse is preparing to administer lithium (Eskalith), an antimania medication, to a client diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The lithium level is 3.5 mEq/L. Which intervention should the nurse...

The nurse is preparing to administer lithium (Eskalith), an antimania medication, to a client diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The lithium level is 3.5 mEq/L. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

1. Administer the medication.

2. Hold the medication.

3. Notify the health-care provider.

4. Verify the lithium level.