The patient has been keeping a "headache diary" of her migraines. Upon review of this diary, the nurse notes that the headaches are described as mild and have happened four times in the last 3 months. The patient reports that she "generally just lies down until they pass" but that her new job will not allow that time. She is requesting information about pain medication. What medications would the nurse expect to be prescribed?
A) Ibuprofen
B) Acetaminophen
C) Sumatriptan (Imitrex)
D) Ergotamine (Ergostat)
E) Amitriptyline (Elavil)
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