Prior to initiating medication therapy with phenelzine (Nardil), the nurse should plan to deter-mine the client's:
1. Mood and affect
2. Activity level
3. Cognitive ability to understand information about the medication
4. Support network and its members' willingness to participate in treatment
ANS: 3
Phenelzine (Nardil) administration requires strict adherence to a restricted diet. The client must have the cognitive ability to understand the food and medication interactions that may cause a serious reaction.
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