Which of the Following Items Should Be Included When Providing

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following items should be included when providing patient teaching about monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressants (select all that apply) :

• A)Avoid foods containing the amino acid tyramine.
• B)Have blood levels screened weekly for leukopenia.
• C)Need sun exposure at least 1 hour a day.
• D)Do not take prescribed or over-the-counter medications without consulting the physician.
• E)Take the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor with the MAOI at lunch.

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