A patient is receiving gabapentin (Neurontin) , an anticonvulsant, but has no history of seizures. The nurse expects that the patient is receiving this drug for which condition?
A) Inflammation pain
B) Pain associated with peripheral neuropathy
C) Depression associated with chronic pain
D) Prevention of seizures
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q6: A patient is suffering from tendonitis of
Q7: A patient had abdominal surgery this morning.
Q8: A 16-year-old field hockey player fell and
Q9: A patient will be discharged with a
Q10: The nurse is assessing a patient who
Q12: A 38-year-old man has come into the
Q13: The opioid Vicodin (acetaminophen/hydrocodone) is prescribed for
Q14: The nurse is reviewing herbal therapies. Which
Q15: A patient is to receive methadone (Dolophine)
Q16: The nurse is assessing a patient for
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents