When the nurse is teaching the patient about tricyclic antidepressants,which of the following 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.
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