« previous next »

Author Question: The client has been treated with antidepressants for mild depression for 3 years. The client says ... (Read 35 times)

savannahhooper

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 576
on: Jul 23, 2018
The client has been treated with antidepressants for mild depression for 3 years.
 
  The client says her medication is no longer working, and she states that she has heard that MAO inhibitors are effective medications in treating depression. The nurse would respond based on the knowledge that:
  a. there are few side effects with this medication.
  b. this medication requires significant dietary restrictions.
  c. this medication is relatively ineffective for depression.
  d. this medication causes hypertensive crisis.

Question 2

Which beverage will the nurse instruct a client taking lithium (Eskalith) for treatment of bipolar disorder to avoid?
 
  a. Cola
  b. Grape juice
  c. Milk
  d. Orange juice


Jsherida

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 314
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
MAO inhibitors, when eaten with aged foods (such as some cheeses and wines) and foods with tyramine, can cause hypertensive crises.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The client should avoid caffeine products such as cola, because they can aggravate the manic phase of bipolar disorder.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question

savannahhooper

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 576
Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thank you!


Jsherida

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 314
Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Always glad to help...


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.

Did you know?

Although the Roman numeral for the number 4 has always been taught to have been "IV," according to historians, the ancient Romans probably used "IIII" most of the time. This is partially backed up by the fact that early grandfather clocks displayed IIII for the number 4 instead of IV. Early clockmakers apparently thought that the IIII balanced out the VIII (used for the number 8) on the clock face and that it just looked better.

Did you know?

A recent study has found that following a diet rich in berries may slow down the aging process of the brain. This diet apparently helps to keep dopamine levels much higher than are seen in normal individuals who do not eat berries as a regular part of their diet as they enter their later years.

Did you know?

Famous people who died from poisoning or drug overdose include, Adolf Hitler, Socrates, Juan Ponce de Leon, Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland, and John Belushi.

Did you know?

In 2006, a generic antinausea drug named ondansetron was approved. It is used to stop nausea and vomiting associated with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.

The postoperative client supports an incision with a folded pillow when taking a deep breath and cou The postoperative client supports an incision with a folded pillow when taking a deep breath and cou
The nurse applies a pulse oximeter sensor on the client’s finger. The nurse applies a pulse oximeter sensor on the client’s finger.
The proportion of obese and extremely obese adults in the United States has increased over the past The proportion of obese and extremely obese adults in the United States has increased over the past
Toddler: 1–3 years. Toddler: 1–3 years.
Stand at the side facing the client. Apply L stroke to both sides of the neck with flat fingers ... Stand at the side facing the client. Apply L stroke to both sides of the neck with flat fingers ...
Nursing Care Plan Process: Client with High Blood Lipid Levels Nursing Care Plan Process: Client with High Blood Lipid Levels
Video: Diversity of Living Creatures - Charles Darwin & the Beagle's Voyage

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library