The nurse is counseling a patient who has been given a prescription for Imitrex (sumatriptan) for migraine headaches. Which of the following statements indicates teaching has been effective?
A) "This medication will prevent migraine headaches."
B) "I can take this medication at any time during a migraine headache attack."
C) "I can repeat the medication in 15 minutes if I have not gotten relief from the first injection."
D) "I can use up to 4 doses in a 24-hour period."

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Imitrex (sumatriptan) is intended to be used at the onset of a migraine to relieve symptoms, not as a preventative measure. It can be taken at any time during a migraine attack to alleviate symptoms.

The Nurse Is Counseling a Patient Who Has Been Given