Question

question 13
1 pts
scenario: a patient has been switched from an ssri to an maoi.
question: what is the required wash - out period before starting the maoi?
7 days
14 days
21 days
28 days

Explanation:

When switching a patient from an SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) to an MAOI (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor), the required wash - out period to avoid serotonin syndrome (a potentially life - threatening condition) is 21 days. This is a standard guideline in psychopharmacology and clinical practice related to the use of these antidepressant medications.

Answer:

C. 21 days