The nurse is caring for a patient with trigeminal neuralgia. What should the nurse expect the treatment focus to be for this health problem?
A) drugs such as tricyclic anticonvulsants or surgically severing the nerve root (rhizotomy)
B) antiviral drugs such as acyclovir and physical therapy
C) respiratory support and NSAIDs
D) physical therapy and warm, moist packs to the affected area
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