The nurse notes that a client with depression has an order for phenelzine (Nardil). The nurse plans to teach the client about avoiding foods high in tyramine because:
1. tyramine interferes with Nardil.
2. tyramine causes constipation.
3. tyramine and Nardil can cause a hypertensive crisis.
4. Nardil is absorbed better without tyramine.
Answer: 3
1. Tyramine taken with Nardil can cause hypertensive crisis, not interference with Nardil.
2. Tyramine does not cause constipation.
3. The hypertensive crisis caused by taking Nardil and foods with tyramine can be life-threatening.
4. Tyramine does not block the absorption of Nardil.
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