ATI LPN
ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Questions
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A nurse is planning to administer medications to a client who has trigeminal neuralgia. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer to manage the client's pain?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Carbamazepine. This medication is the first-line treatment for trigeminal neuralgia due to its effectiveness in reducing nerve-related pain. Carbamazepine works by stabilizing nerve cell membranes, decreasing nerve firing and reducing pain signals. Option A, Fluoxetine, is an antidepressant and not typically used for trigeminal neuralgia. Option B, Methylphenidate, is a stimulant used for ADHD and not indicated for nerve pain. Option C, Lorazepam, is a benzodiazepine used for anxiety and not for treating trigeminal neuralgia. In summary, Carbamazepine is the correct choice for managing trigeminal neuralgia pain due to its specific mechanism of action on nerve pain pathways.
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