An older adult client is being treated with a tricyclic antidepressant medication. What adverse reaction should the home care nurse observe for?
A) Syncope
B) Atrial fibrillation
C) Falls
D) Polyphagia
Ans: B
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Tricyclic antidepressants may induce dysrhythmias or may worsen preexisting heart failure.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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