Which of the following is listed as a symptom of a hypertensive crisis that can result from MAO inhibitor toxicity?
Explanation
This question requires the identification of specific symptoms associated with hypertensive crisis, a severe adverse effect of MAO inhibitors.
Other questions
Besides treating depression, what is another indicated use for the antidepressant bupropion?
Which specific antidepressant is mentioned for the treatment of enuresis?
What is the most likely general mechanism of action for antidepressants?
Which major class of antidepressants is noted to be more likely to cause insomnia?
What are the two properties that explain many of the side effects of most tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)?
Which of the following medications is classified as a serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)?
In which condition are antidepressants explicitly contraindicated, according to the text?
What is the typical timeframe for the onset of a therapeutic response to antidepressant medication?
What is a potential serious outcome when tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) are used concurrently with MAO inhibitors?
What is the primary risk associated with the concurrent ingestion of MAO inhibitors and tyramine-containing foods?
What is the indicated treatment for a hypertensive crisis caused by concurrent ingestion of MAO inhibitors and tyramine-containing foods?
What specific patient risk should be assessed for, especially during early antidepressant therapy?
According to the implementation guidelines, when should antidepressants that cause sedation be administered?
What is the recommended administration time for antidepressants that are known to cause insomnia?
What advice should be given to a patient taking antidepressants regarding alcohol and other CNS depressants?
For how long does MAO inhibitor therapy typically need to be withdrawn before the use of anesthetic agents for surgery?
Which of the following is listed as a desired outcome of antidepressant therapy for children over 6 years of age?
Which of the following drug classes does amitriptyline belong to?
Which specific antidepressant is indicated for the treatment of bulimia?
Why should tricyclic antidepressants be used cautiously in elderly men with prostatic enlargement?
What is the primary risk when tricyclic antidepressants are combined with other CNS depressants?
What are the potential severe outcomes of combining MAO inhibitors with meperidine or other opioid analgesics?
What is the potential interaction when MAO inhibitors are used concurrently with insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents?
Which group of antidepressants should not be used in combination with or within weeks of MAO inhibitors?
What patient teaching can be provided to diminish the anticholinergic side effect of dry mouth?
What is the potential consequence when MAO inhibitors are used concurrently with vasoconstrictors like epinephrine or norepinephrine?
Which of the following symptoms is a characteristic sign of a hypertensive crisis that may occur with MAO inhibitor use?
Which of the following antidepressants is NOT listed as a treatment for chronic pain syndromes?
According to the 'General Use' section, which two antidepressants are listed for the treatment of social anxiety disorder?
Antidepressant activity results in the accumulation of which neurotransmitters by preventing their reuptake?
Which of the following medications is provided as an example of a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)?
Which of the following medications is listed as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)?
Which antidepressant is specifically mentioned as having the potential to lower the seizure threshold?
What is the result of using tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) with other drugs that also possess anticholinergic properties?
After discontinuing MAO inhibitor therapy, for how long should a patient avoid ingesting tyramine-containing foods or beverages?
What is the intended therapeutic effect for the use of antidepressants like doxepin and sertraline in treating anxiety?
Which condition is NOT listed as an 'other use' for the antidepressant doxepin?
What is the primary characteristic of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) that distinguishes them from Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs) in terms of side effects?
According to the contraindications, antidepressants should not be used immediately after what medical event?
What is the potential risk of using MAO inhibitors with medications like sumatriptan or zolmitriptan?
What advice should be given to a patient to help manage constipation that may occur as a side effect of antidepressant therapy?
What is the minimum recommended period that MAO inhibitor therapy should be withdrawn before surgery involving anesthetic agents?
The medications desvenlafaxine, duloxetine, and venlafaxine belong to which class of antidepressants?
What is the potential effect of using tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) with other sympathomimetic drugs?
What is the potential interaction when MAO inhibitors are used with antihypertensives or spinal anesthesia?
Which of the following is a primary symptom of a hypertensive crisis caused by MAO inhibitor toxicity?
What is a key component of patient teaching regarding the administration of MAOIs and certain foods?
What is a listed 'other use' for the antidepressant fluoxetine?
According to the text, what is the recommended time frame for the onset of therapeutic response for antidepressants?