A Client with a Major Depressive Disorder Is Prescribed a Serotonin

question 12

Multiple Choice

A client with a major depressive disorder is prescribed a serotonin reuptake inhibitor. What should the nurse instruct the family to do in order to prevent this client from developing serotonin syndrome?

• A) Do not provide any herbal supplements.
• B) Ignore mild fevers as they commonly occur with this medication.
• C) Stop the medication if excessive sleeping occurs.
• D) Double the dosage of the medication if diarrhea occurs.

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