An older adult has diabetic neuropathy and often reports unbearable foot pain.About which medication would the nurse plan to educate the client?

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Antidepressants and anticonvulsants often are used for neuropathic pain relief.Morphine would not be used for this client.However,older adults do not tolerate tricyclic antidepressants very well,which eliminates desipramine and nortriptyline.Duloxetine would be the best choice for this older client.

An Older Adult Has Diabetic Neuropathy and Often Reports Unbearable