ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The patient is taking phenelzine (Nardil). The nurse teaches her to avoid eating:
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Rationale: The correct answer is D: Aged cheeses. Phenelzine is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) that can interact with tyramine found in aged cheeses, leading to a hypertensive crisis. Other choices like eggs, onions, and apples do not contain high levels of tyramine and are safe to consume. It is crucial for patients on MAOIs to avoid foods rich in tyramine to prevent dangerous interactions.
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