A client is prescribed a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). Which food item should the nurse instruct this client to avoid?

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MAOI inhibitors block the normal metabolism of tyramine, a substance found in aged foods such as cheese, resulting in increased levels in the blood that can cause a hypertensive crisis. Spinach is a source of Vitamin A. Poultry and fish are good sources for protein.

A Client Is Prescribed a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI)