Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
The nurse is planning care for a client with major depression who is receiving a new prescription for duloxetine. Which information is most important for the nurse to obtain?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Duloxetine is metabolized by the liver, and impaired liver function increases toxicity risk (D) (matches 55-Q40). Liver function tests are critical. Other antidepressants (A), weight changes (B), and family history (C) are relevant but secondary.