RN HESI Mental Health Exam

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In conducting the initial assessment of a preoperative client, the nurse notes that the client's home medications include the monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor phenelzine. Because of this client's medication history, which assessment finding is most important for the nurse to monitor?

A. Urinary output. B. Blood pressure. C. Respiratory rate. D. Temperature

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: MAO inhibitors like phenelzine can cause hypertensive crisis, making blood pressure monitoring critical. Other parameters are less directly affected.

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