A patient diagnosed with depression begins selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)antidepressant therapy.The nurse should provide information to the patient and family about:
A) restricting sodium intake to 1 gram daily.
B) minimizing exposure to bright sunlight.
C) reporting increased suicidal thoughts.
D) maintaining a tyramine-free diet.

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Some evidence indicates that suicidal ideation may worsen at the beginning of antidepressant therapy; thus,close monitoring is necessary.Avoiding exposure to bright sunlight and restricting sodium intake are unnecessary.Tyramine restriction is associated with monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)therapy.

A Patient Diagnosed with Depression Begins Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor