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By what route are MAOI's administered?
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PO only.
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When can pts on MAOI's expect to feel better?
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1- 4 weeks
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If results can not be achieved with MAOI's, the pt is not helped by continuing the drug? T or F
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TRUE
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When the pt begins to feel better, the dose is _____ ______ until an ______.
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Reduced gradually until an effective maintenance dose is maintained.
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MAO I's can be given at any time? T or F
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FALSE.
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Why are MAO I's administed in the evening?
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May produce insomnia.
They have a psychomotor stimulating effect. |
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MAO I's may not be taken with surgery. T or F
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FALSE
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Post/op, these two medcations should be reduced.
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Narcotics andf anesthetics.
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Pt's taking MAO I's are R/F ____ _____.
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Postural hypotension.
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