A client receiving amitriptylin has achieved the desired dosage level. The nurse should instruct the client to:
a. always take at bedtime.
b. do not take with food or drugs containing tyramine.
c. do not take in the evening.
d. never use in combination with diuretics.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Because of the effects on the CNS, this is the appropriate time to take amitriptylin once a desired dosage level has been achieved.
B Incorrect: This does not pertain to amitriptylin.
C Incorrect: This does not pertain to amitriptylin.
D Incorrect: This does not pertain to amitriptylin.
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