The nurse instructs a client being started on an SSRI for possible side effects. The nurse should explain that the most frequent side effects include:
1. urinary retention, dry mouth, and drowsiness.
2. cardiac arrhythmias and postural hypotension.
3. headaches, nausea, and insomnia.
4. postural hypotension and diarrhea.
Answer: 3
1. These are associated with tricyclic antidepressants.
2. These are associated with tricyclic antidepressants.
3. The most frequent side effects are headache, anxiety, nausea, diarrhea, and insomnia.
4. These are associated with tricyclic antidepressants.
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