PA Mining Law XVII (referenced) Practice test questions for the PA Mine Officials' Exam Progress Indicator: Question 2 of 20 2.  You are evaluating a 35-year-old woman who presents with an acute lithium overdose.  Which one of the following statements concerning lithium is true? Choices: Aggressive diuresis is needed to augment lithium excretion. Hypocalcemia can be seen as a side effect of lithium. Lithium cannot be removed by dialysis. It is recommended that you avoid the use of saline in lithium intoxication. You should evaluate thyroid function in anyone taking lithium.