A Patient Being Treated for Major Depressive Disorder Has Taken

A patient being treated for major depressive disorder has taken 300 mg amitriptyline (Elavil) daily for a year. The patient calls the case manager at the clinic and says, "I stopped taking my antidepressant 2 days ago. Now I am having cold sweats, nausea, a rapid heartbeat, and nightmares." The nurse should advise the patient:

A) "Go to the nearest emergency department immediately."
B) "Do not to be alarmed. Take two aspirin and drink plenty of fluids."
C) "Take one dose of the antidepressant. Come to the clinic to see the health care provider."
D) "Resume taking the antidepressant for 2 more weeks, and then discontinue it again."

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