A Patient Who Has Been Taking a Selective Serotonin Reuptake

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient who has been taking a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) is complaining of "feeling so badly" when he started taking an over-the-counter St. John's wort herbal product at home. The nurse suspects that he is experiencing serotonin syndrome. Which of these are symptoms of serotonin syndrome? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Agitation
• B) Drowsiness
• C) Tremors
• D) Bradycardia
• E) Sweating
• F) Constipation

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