The therapeutic blood-level range for lithium is:
A . 0.25C1.0 mEq/L
B . 0.5C1.5 mEq/L
C . 1.0C2.0 mEq/L
D . 2.0C2.5 mEq/L
Answer: B
Explanation:
(A) This range is too low to be therapeutic.
(B) This is the therapeutic range for lithium.
(C) This range is above the therapeutic level.
(D) This range is toxic and may cause severe side effects.