Multiple Choice
Priority assessments for a patient beginning amitriptyline (Elavil) include:
A) nausea, diarrhea, and irritability.
B) seizures, agranulocytosis, and insomnia.
C) headache, sexual dysfunction, and weight loss.
D) history of falls, arrhythmias, and blurred vision.
Correct Answer:
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