From the list provided, select the drugs used in the management of chronic neuropathic pain
a. antiepileptics
b. antidepressants
c. lidocaine patch
d. antibiotics
e. nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
a,b,c. First-line medications for chronic neuropathic pain include gabapentin (antilepileptic drugs enhance neuronal stability, which results in pain relief), the 5% lidocaine patch, and tricyclic antidepressants.
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A. foot bones B. distal tarsals C. rays D. all of the above
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When treating a patient with a suspected myocardial contusion, it is especially important to monitor the patient for:
A. evidence of pulmonary edema. B. a heart rate that exceeds 90/min. C. distention of the jugular veins.
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