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    ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Proctored Exam

    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?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationale:Fluoxetine is an antidepressant. While some antidepressants are used for chronic pain management, fluoxetine is not typically used for this purpose.Choice B rationale:Methylphenidate is a stimulant used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and is not used for pain management.Choice C rationale:Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine used for treating anxiety, seizures, and insomnia. It is not typically used for managing neuralgia pain.Choice D rationale:Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant that is commonly used to manage trigeminal neuralgia. It helps to reduce nerve impulses that cause pain.

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