2024 PN NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question
The LPN is taking care of a client who is on Phenelzine (Nardil) for depression. Which meal would the nurse encourage the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phenelzine (Nardil) is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) that requires dietary restrictions to prevent hypertensive crises. Foods high in tyramine, such as aged and cured meats and certain cheeses, can dangerously elevate blood pressure when consumed with MAOIs.
Option B, the prosciutto and cheese plate, contains both aged meat and cheese, making it a high-tyramine choice that should be avoided.
Option A, steak and potatoes, is generally safe when fresh and cooked properly.
Option C, orange juice and toast, contains no tyramine and is safe.
Option D, carbonated water, shrimp, and rice, also lacks tyramine and is appropriate for the client.