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Fingertip Sensor Measures Lithium Levels in Sweat |

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Researchers at UCLA have developed a fingertip sensor that can rapidly provide data on the levels of lithium in the body. Used as a treatment for bipolar

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Fingertip sensors for Lithium measurement

I have chosen fingertip sensors for Lithium measurement as my novel invention due to work experience in the psychiatric field.

According to Hastings (2022), UCLA researchers have developed a fingertip sensor to detect lithium levels in the body.  Lithium is a medication used for depression and bipolar disorder treatment but must be carefully measured.  At excessive levels it can cause death, without enough a patient may not be treated properly.

Per the American Chemical Society (2022), Lithium must be taken at the correct amount with many patients missing doses or refusing to swallow pills. Currently the most commonly used measure for Lithium levels in the blood requires lab testing by needle-drawn blood. Hastings (2022), states the new sensor can detect Lithium ions in as little as 30 seconds by detecting sweat on a fingertip.

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Pros for this device are not having to draw a patient's blood to check their Lithium level.  Patients who are prescribed Lithium medication need to have their blood drawn routinely measure the Lithium levels.  A Lithium level not in the therapeutic range can cause serious side effects or death and too little of Lithium in the blood stream will not treat the patient.  I believe this is an excellent invention that is non-invasive for the patient.  This would be great in the psychiatric field and facilities. Many more inventions like this could be greatly utilized!

Cons for this product are the possible potential for inaccuracy or having a patient still refuse to test.  Cost could be a factor for some facilities and the potential for a patient to destroy the product is another consideration.

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The Lithium fingertip sensor would be great for monitoring Lithium levels for several reasons in my opinion.  A patient may be prescribed Lithium for major depression or bipolar disorder which means they are in a delicate frame of mind if untreated or not receiving proper treatment. Lithium treatment requires for levels to be checked routinely - usually every 3 to 6 months while taking this medication.
1.  If a patient is just starting the Lithium therapy they may be manic or irrational and not want their blood drawn.
2.  If a patient has excessive Lithium levels they could become very sick or even die, and if in an irrational state object greatly to a blood draw in this state also.
3.  The patient may simply just not want to have their blood taken and has the right to refuse this unless under a court-commitment type of situation in a psychiatric facility.
4.  A patient may just refuse to ever start Lithium if they are afraid of needles and realize they will need to have their blood drawn on a regular basis.
5. Considering the adolescent who may be prescribed Lithium, they may have a fear of needles and restraint for a blood draw is not safe for patient and staff.

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Hastings, C. (2022, August 29). Fingertip Sensor Measures Lithium Levels in Sweat. https://www.medagadget.com. Retrieved February 4, 2023.

American Chemical Society. (2022, August 22). Sensor detects level of lithium meds in patient's bodies.  ScienceDaily. Retrieved from https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/08/220822130436.htm

Gallup. (2023, January 9). What are the 34 CliftonStrengths themes? https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrength/en/253715/34-cliftonstrengths-themes.aspx

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My strengths are Input, Learner, Connectedness, Positivity, and Achiever.  For my team I will bring much information and ability to understand new concepts. My work attitude is positive and being energetic is easy for me.  I will need to find someone who can bring focus to balance my strength traits.  Achieving an outcome if not difficult for me due to my work stamina, this does create need for a detailed or organized team member.  For my team I chose members who would bring a good balance which makes a good team.  My team is made up of the following:
1. Fernando will be my first choice for his Focus to balance out my energy and ideas.
2. Randall is my 2nd choice due to his Responsibility - he will bring the organization due to his strengths as responsible to finish.
3. Daisy is my 3rd choice because her strength is Developer - she can facilitate development of ideas that are thought of!
4. Rose is my 4th choice because her top strength is Relator- she can bring cohesion to the group which will help us mix our ideas.
5.  Carter is my 5th but not least choice due to his ability as a Communicator - every group need someone who can put ideas into words and speak easily with a group.