A client is prescribed phenelzine (Nardil) to treat her depression. She is at a local caf for lunch with a friend. Which of the following items on the menu would be least appropriate for the client to order?

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Phenelzine (Nardil) is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) used to treat depression. Patients taking MAOIs must avoid foods high in tyramine, such as aged cheeses like blue cheese and Roquefort, to prevent hypertensive crises. Choices A, C, and D do not contain high-tyramine foods and are therefore more appropriate for someone taking phenelzine.

A Client Is Prescribed Phenelzine (Nardil) to Treat Her Depression