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The client has been taking the monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) phenelzine (Nardil), 10 mg bid. The physician orders a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), paroxetine (Paxil), 20 mg given every morning. The nurse:

Answer:

* A. Gives the medication as ordered
* B. Questions the physician about the order
* C. Questions the dosage ordered
* D. Asks the physician to order benztropine (Cogentin) for the side effects

B. Questions the physician about the order

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