The Client Takes Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) but Forgets to Tell the Physician

question 24

Multiple Choice

The client takes diphenhydramine (Benadryl) but forgets to tell the physician about this drug when a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) drug is prescribed for depression. What will the best assessment by the nurse reveal?

• A) The depression will not subside.
• B) The client may develop seizures.
• C) The diphenhydramine (Benadryl) will not control allergies.
• D) The client may develop a hypertensive crisis.

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