A client has been prescribed isoniazid (INH). Which foods should the client avoid while taking this medication? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Chocolate
2. Bananas
3. White wine
4. Aged cheese
5. Red meat
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4
Rationale 1: Advise clients taking isoniazid to avoid foods containing tyramine, such as aged cheese; smoked and pickled fish; beer; red wine; bananas; and chocolate.
Rationale 2: Advise clients taking isoniazid to avoid foods containing tyramine, such as aged cheese; smoked and pickled fish; beer; red wine; bananas; and chocolate.
Rationale 3: Advise clients taking isoniazid to avoid foods containing tyramine, such as aged cheese; smoked and pickled fish; beer; red wine; bananas; and chocolate.
Rationale 4: Advise clients taking isoniazid to avoid foods containing tyramine, such as aged cheese; smoked and pickled fish; beer; red wine; bananas; and chocolate.
Rationale 5: The client can safely eat red meat while on this medication.
Global Rationale: Advise clients taking isoniazid to avoid foods containing tyramine, such as aged cheese; smoked and pickled fish; beer; red wine; bananas; and chocolate. White wine and red meat are safe for this client.
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