NUR 256 UNITS 3,4,5 PRACTICE QUESTIONS

1. The risk of experiencing serotonin syndrome when SSRI’s are given with monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as phenelzine (Nardil). Serotonin syndrome is best characterized in which of the following? A. Hypotension and urinary retention. B. Muscle rigidity and high fever. C. A productive cough and vomiting. D. Tea-colored urine and constipation. 2. A newly admit client has started taking bupropion (Wellbutrin). The nurse monitors in which of the following side effects that would indicate an overdosage of the medication? A. Headache. B. Dizziness. C. Constipation. D. Seizure. 3. A client with depression is taking the MAOI phenelzine (Nardil). The nurse advises the client to avoid consuming which foods while taking the medication A. Crackers. B. Vegetable salad. C. Oatmeal. D. Aged Cheese. 4. Patients taking MAOIs have the tendency to experience hypertensive crisis especially during an interaction with other drugs such as epinephrine. Which of the following is a sign of hypertensive crisis? A. Orthostatic hypotension. B. Diplopia. C. Delay in ejaculation. D. Hair loss. 5. A client taking lithium carbonate (Lithobid) started complaining of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, muscle weakness, tremor, blurred vision and ringing in the ears. The lithium level is 2 mEq/L. The nurse interprets this value as: A. Normal level. B. Toxic level. C. Below normal level. D. Above