A patient is suspected to have overdosed on lithium.Which of the following signs and symptoms would he most likely exhibit? Select all that apply.
A)Ataxia
B)Coarse tremors
C)Respiratory depression
D)Muscle rigidity
E)T-wave flattening

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Lithium overdose can cause neurological symptoms such as ataxia and coarse tremors, as well as cardiac manifestations such as T-wave flattening. Muscle rigidity can also occur. Respiratory depression is not commonly associated with lithium overdose.

A Patient Is Suspected to Have Overdosed on Lithium