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    Ati 0926 med surg proctored exam

    A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a female client who has neuropathy and a new prescription for gabapentin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: A. Gabapentin commonly causes central nervous system effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and fatigue. Patients should be cautioned about activities requiring alertness, such as driving. B. Gabapentin can be excreted in breast milk, and its safety in infants is not well established. Breastfeeding is generally not recommended while taking this drug. C. Antacids can reduce gabapentin absorption and should be avoided within 2 hours of taking the medication. D. Gabapentin may be taken with or without food, so meals are not required for effectiveness.

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