Mrs.Burgess is a 67-year-old female who was recently diagnosed with depression and prescribed a tricyclic antidepressant drug.In addition, she is on medication for high blood pressure and takes a calcium supplement.She phones her physician's office complaining of problems with constipation.The nurse suspects that the problems may be due to:

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The combination of tricyclic antidepressants, calcium supplements, and medications for high blood pressure can all contribute to constipation. Depression and age alone are less likely to be the sole cause of constipation.

MrsBurgess Is a 67-Year-Old Female Who Was Recently Diagnosed with Depression