A client was recently admitted to an inpatient unit after a suicide attempt. The client is placed on a tricyclic antidepressant. In terms of medication, which action should be taken to maintain the client's safety when the client is discharged?
A) Provide a 6-month supply to ensure long-term compliance.
B) Provide a 1-week supply of medication with refills authorized only after the client visits his health-care provider.
C) Encourage the client to increase fluid intake to counteract the common side effect of diarrhea.
D) Educate the client not to eat foods that contain tyramine.
B
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