ATI Comprehensive 2024 Exit Exam with NGN -Nurselytic

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Answer: B: "I know It will be a couple of weeks before the medication helps me feel better"


Rationale: Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant that can take several weeks to reach its full therapeutic effect. This statement shows the client understands the delayed onset of action of the medication, managing expectations. This is crucial in ensuring the client does not become discouraged if they do not feel immediate improvement.

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A: "I can continue to take St John's wort while taking this medication" - St John's wort can interact with amitriptyline, leading to increased side effects and reduced effectiveness.
C: "I expect this medication to raise my blood pressure" - Amitriptyline can indeed cause hypotension, not hypertension.
D: "I should take this medication on an empty stomach" - Amitriptyline should be taken with food to reduce gastrointestinal side effects and improve absorption.

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