A Patient Has Been Taking the Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI)phenelzine

A patient has been taking the monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) phenelzine (Nardil) for 6 months.His physician has discontinued the medication,and the patient says he's going out to the local bar to celebrate.What important information should the nurse tell this patient?

A) Drinking beer is permitted as long as he has a designated driver.
B) He has no further dietary restrictions because he has taken the last dosage.
C) If he begins to experience a throbbing headache, rapid pulse, or nausea, he should stop drinking.
D) Because the drug remains in the body for up to 2 weeks after it has been discontinued,he needs to avoid foods high in tyramine for 2 weeks.