ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription of phenelzine (Nardil) for the treatment of depression. Which of the following indicates that the client has developed an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Orthostatic hypotension. Phenelzine is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) used to treat depression. Orthostatic hypotension is a common adverse effect of MAOIs due to their effects on blood pressure regulation. When a client experiences orthostatic hypotension, their blood pressure drops significantly upon standing, leading to dizziness or fainting. This can be dangerous and requires monitoring.
Hearing loss (choice
A) is not a common adverse effect of phenelzine. Weight loss (choice
C) can occur but is less common than orthostatic hypotension. Gastrointestinal bleeding (choice
D) is not a typical adverse effect of phenelzine. The key is to focus on the known side effects of phenelzine and select the one that aligns best with the presented symptom.
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