A nurse is caring for a client in the outpatient health clinic. Exhibits For each potential nursing intervention, click to specify if the intervention is indicated or not indicated.

Rationale: Instruct client to avoid foods that have been fermented or aged: This dietary restriction applies to monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), not trazodone, which is a serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor (SARI). Encourage client to sleep until later in the morning: Oversleeping can disrupt circadian rhythms and worsen fatigue. A consistent, balanced sleep schedule is more therapeutic. Advise client to notify provider if pregnant: Trazodone is a category C medication and should only be used in pregnancy if the benefits outweigh the risks. The provider must be informed if the client is or may become pregnant. Encourage high-calorie finger foods: The client has experienced weight loss and decreased appetite. Nutrient-dense, easy-to-eat foods can support caloric intake without requiring full meals. Advise client to rise slowly from sitting position: Trazodone can cause orthostatic hypotension. Educating the client to change positions slowly helps prevent dizziness and potential falls. Encourage naps during the day when client is tired: Daytime napping can interfere with nighttime sleep and may reduce trazodone’s effectiveness in establishing a healthy sleep pattern. Encourage a regular sleep-wake schedule: Trazodone is often prescribed for sleep difficulties. A consistent routine supports sleep hygiene and enhances the medication’s effectiveness.