Why Should a Nurse Reinforce the Need for a Client

question 18

Multiple Choice

Why should a nurse reinforce the need for a client to observe dietary and drug restrictions for 2 weeks after stopping administration of a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) ?

• A) To avoid a hypertensive episode
• B) To avoid the risk for injury
• C) To avoid the risk for infection
• D) To avoid the risk for imbalanced fluid volume

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Definitions:

Atrial Natriuretic Hormone

A hormone secreted by the heart's atria that regulates fluid and electrolyte homeostasis.

Urine Production

The physiological process of producing urine, involving the kidneys filtering waste products and excess substances from the blood.

Blood Volume

The total amount of blood circulating within the body, vital for delivering nutrients and removing waste products.

Circulatory Shock

A condition where the circulatory system fails to supply enough blood to the organs, leading to organ failure.