Which of the following items should be included when providing patient teaching about monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressants (select all that apply):
A.
Avoid foods containing the amino acid tyramine.
B.
Have blood levels screened weekly for leukopenia.
C.
Need sun exposure at least 1 hour a day.
D.
Don't take prescribed or over-the-counter medications without consulting the physician.
ANS: A, D
MAOI antidepressants can precipitate a hypertensive crisis in the presence of tyramine. Caution should be used with other medication interactions as well.
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