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    ATI nurs 180 Pharmacology Final Proctored Exam

    A nurse is modifying the diet of a client prescribed an MAOI. Which of the following foods should the nurse eliminate?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Cherries do not contain tyramine, which is the compound of concern for clients on MAOIs, so they can be included in the diet. B. Cheddar cheese is high in tyramine, which can lead to hypertensive crises when consumed by clients taking MAOIs. Therefore, it should be eliminated from the diet. C. Chicken is generally safe for clients on MAOIs as it does not contain significant amounts of tyramine. D. Fresh fish is also safe to consume while on MAOIs as long as it is fresh and not aged, fermented, or spoiled, which could contain higher tyramine levels.

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