Asked by Daryn Odell on Aug 01, 2024
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A nurse cares for patients taking various medications, including buspirone (BuSpar) , haloperidol (Haldol) , trazodone (Desyrel) , and phenelzine (Nardil) . The nurse will order a special diet for the patient taking:
A) buspirone.
B) haloperidol.
C) trazodone.
D) phenelzine.
Special Diet
A diet plan tailored to meet specific health needs or restrictions, often prescribed for medical, nutritional, or ethical reasons.
Phenelzine (Nardil)
An antidepressant medication belonging to the monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) class, used to treat mood disorders by affecting brain chemistry.
- Recognize the significance of patient education in managing mental health conditions and medication side effects.
Verified Answer
AB
Akierra BurksAug 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Patients taking phenelzine, an MAOI, must be on a tyramine-free diet to prevent hypertensive crisis.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the significance of patient education in managing mental health conditions and medication side effects.