A nurse is working with a Chinese immigrant who is taking an MAOI. The most important instruction to the patient by the nurse will be to
A) avoid use of soy sauce in the diet.
B) adhere to combination drug therapy.
C) discuss the cultural significance of taking an MAOI.
D) avoid taking the drug on an empty stomach.
A
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