A nurse teaches a patient taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) about important dietary guidelines.Which nutritional choices by the patient indicate that the teaching was effective? (Select all that apply.)

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Pork chops and strawberries are safe choices for a patient taking an MAOI, as they do not contain high levels of tyramine, which can cause dangerous interactions with MAOIs. Sausage, avocados, and chocolate chip cookies may contain tyramine or other contraindicated substances.

A Nurse Teaches a Patient Taking a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor