A psychiatrist prescribes an MAOI for a client.When teaching the client about the effects of tyramine,which foods will the nurse caution the client to avoid?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

MAOIs interact with tyramine-rich foods and drinks, causing dangerous elevations in blood pressure. Foods to be avoided include aged cheese, smoked meats (such as pepperoni), red wine, and some fermented foods like sauerkraut. Bagels with cream cheese and tea, apple pie and coffee, and potato chips and diet cola are not particularly high in tyramine.

A Psychiatrist Prescribes an MAOI for a Client