When the Nurse Is Teaching the Patient About Monoamine Oxidase

When the nurse is teaching the patient about monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) ,which is important to emphasize?

A) Serum blood levels should be drawn every 2 weeks.
B) If drowsiness occurs, stop the medication immediately.
C) Drowsiness should decrease after the first few weeks of therapy.
D) Foods high in tyramine-such as cheese, beer, and wine-must be avoided.