Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
Simulated
The nurse is assessing the client who has begun therapy with duloxetine. Which assessment parameter should be the nurse's priority?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Duloxetine (Cymbalta) is a serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SSNRI) used in the treatment of major depression. Suicidal ideation is the most acute threat to life and should be assessed, especially when initiating duloxetine.