A client is prescribed a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) for depression. During the initial interview with the client, the nurse understands that the client is also receiving an adrenergic agent. The nurse would be alert for which of the following?
A) Increased risk for hypertensive episodes
B) Increased risk for severe convulsions
C) Increased risk for hyperpyretic episodes
D) Increased risk for cardiac arrhythmias
Ans: D
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The nurse should identify increased risk for cardiac arrhythmias because of the effects of interaction between MAOIs and adrenergic agents. Increased risk for hypertensive episodes, severe convulsions, and hyperpyretic episodes occur when an MAOI and meperidine are used together.
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