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The physician prescribes amitriptyline (Elavil) for a client. What does the patient need to know about this medication?
A. Prolonged use of this medication will result in extrapyramidal side effects.
B. When the medication is effective, he will experience no anxiety.
C. The medication should relieve his symptoms of depression.
D. Blood must be drawn weekly to test for toxicity.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
(A) Phenothiazines cause extrapyramidal symptoms. (B) No amount of medication can relieve all anxiety in all cases. (C) The purpose of amitriptyline is to relieve the symptoms of depression because it is an antidepressant. It increases the action of norepinephrine and serotonin on nerve cells. (D) Periodic blood tests are done when lithium is prescribed.
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