Asked by Maggie Jones on May 15, 2024
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A nurse instructs a patient taking a drug that inhibits the action of monoamine oxidase (MAO) to avoid certain foods and drugs because of the risk of:
A) hypotensive shock.
B) hypertensive crisis.
C) cardiac dysrhythmia.
D) cardiogenic shock.
Monoamine Oxidase
An enzyme that breaks down monoamines, which are neurotransmitters in the brain, and plays a role in mood regulation.
Hypertensive Crisis
A medical condition characterized by a severe and rapid increase in blood pressure that can lead to stroke, heart attack, or other serious complications.
Inhibits
To restrain or hold back an action, process, or growth, often referring to biochemical or psychological reactions.
- Recognize the dietary and medication restrictions for patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
- Recognize the risk of hypertensive crisis with specific antidepressant medication and dietary interaction.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the dietary and medication restrictions for patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
- Recognize the risk of hypertensive crisis with specific antidepressant medication and dietary interaction.
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