A client receiving clomipramine is given a prescription for zolpidem for sleep. The primary health care provider was unaware the client was taking clomipramine. Which of the following reactions might the nurse observe in this client? Select all that apply
A) Respiratory depression
B) CNS depression
C) Hypertensive crisis
D) Easy bruising
E) Hyperglycemia
Ans: A, B
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The concomitant administration of tricyclic antidepressants like clomipramine with hypnotics like zolpidem can result in the increased risk of respiratory depression and CNS depression.
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