Which of the following is an important intervention for a patient taking nortriptyline?
A.
Make sure that CBC is ordered to monitor blood counts.
B.
Monitor for anticholinergic side effects.
C.
Ensure that the patient's diet is gluten free.
D.
Push fluids to prevent dehydration.
ANS: B
Anticholinergic effects from tricyclic antidepressants are a common initial side effect.
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