1. What is lithium? 2. How does lithium cause negative effects on the kidneys ? 3. What are the side effects of using lithium as a therapeutic drug? 4. What are the signs and symptoms? Polyuria -increased urine output than usual Polydipsia -increased thirst Nocturia Nausea Vomiting Lethargy Tremors Confusion Agitation Delirium Hypertonia Coma Seizures Hypothermia Swelling Renal insufficiency Dehydration due to increased loss of water through urine Dry mouth Tachycardia Hypertension(postural) Hypernatremia Mood swings …