Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for duloxetine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Drowsiness is a possible side effect of duloxetine, an SNRI. Weight loss or gain varies; neither is guaranteed. Morning dosing is common to minimize insomnia, not drowsiness. Dry mouth is less common.