A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder begins selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant therapy. Priority information given to the patient and family should include a directive to:

A) avoid exposure to bright sunlight.
B) report increased suicidal thoughts.
C) restrict sodium intake to 1 g daily.
D) maintain a tyramine-free diet.

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor

A class of drugs that are typically used as antidepressants in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, and some personality disorders.

Suicidal Thoughts

Thoughts about or an unusual preoccupation with suicide, which can range from a detailed plan to a fleeting consideration, indicating a potential risk for suicide.

Tyramine-Free Diet

A dietary regimen aimed at avoiding foods containing tyramine, recommended for individuals taking certain medications such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) to prevent adverse reactions.