A client receiving amitriptylin has achieved the desired dosage ...

[gonzo233]

A client receiving amitriptylin has achieved the desired dosage level. The nurse should instruct the client to:
 
  a. always take at bedtime.
  b. do not take with food or drugs containing tyramine.
  c. do not take in the evening.
  d. never use in combination with diuretics.

Question 2

When teaching a client taking lithium about dietary intake of fluids, the nurse should instruct the client to limit intake of:
 
  a. fruit juices. c. sugar-containing beverages.
  b. caffeinated beverages. d. artificially sweetened beverages.

[macagnavarro]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Because of the effects on the CNS, this is the appropriate time to take amitriptylin once a desired dosage level has been achieved.
B Incorrect: This does not pertain to amitriptylin.
C Incorrect: This does not pertain to amitriptylin.
D Incorrect: This does not pertain to amitriptylin.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: These do not need to be limited.
B Correct: This client should limit intake of caffeinated beverages and alcoholic beverages.
C Incorrect: These do not need to be limited.
D Incorrect: These do not need to be limited.

[gonzo233]

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[Mochi]

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