Author Question: Which of the following common adverse effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) ... (Read 54 times)

audie · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which of the following common adverse effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) would be stressed by the nurse during patient discharge?

1. Drowsiness and coma
2. Weight gain and sexual dysfunction
3. Headache and nausea
4. Dry mouth and urine retention

Question 2

A patient taking which of the following medications should avoid foods high in tyramine?

1. MAOIs
2. SSRIs
3. Beta blockers
4. Benzodiazepines

sokh · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Although anticholinergic effects such as dry mouth and urine retention could occur, they are not as common as weight gain or sexual dysfunction. Headache is not a common adverse effect, and neither is drowsiness or coma. Overdoses will cause anxiety and restlessness (not drowsiness).

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: MAOIs and foods high in tyramine can produce a hypertensive crisis, and therefore should not be taken together.