Dietary modifications are most likely necessary when a client is being treated with which of the following antidepressants?
A) SSRIs
B) MAOIs
C) Tricyclic antidepressants
D) Atypical antidepressants
Ans: B
MAOIs are antidepressants that are well-known for their multiple drug and food interactions. As such, dietary modifications are necessary. Such modifications are not normally necessary when a client is receiving SSRIs, tricyclic antidepressants, or atypical antidepressants.
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