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A client is receiving gabapentin, an anticonvulsant, but has no history of seizures. The nurse expects that the client is receiving this drug for which condition?

Inflammation pain

Pain associated with peripheral neuropathy

Prevention of seizures

Depression associated with chronic pain

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

Gabapentin is also used against neuropathic pain

Other options- gabapentin has no anti-inflammatory or role in other forms of pain

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Aspirin has an antiplatelet effect. It prevents aggregation of platelets and hence the formation for the primary platelets plug. This prevent formation of thrombus as a complication of an unstable atherosclerotic plaques.
The other actions of aspirin are not related to MI

A. Verifying orders with another nurse B. Counting medications in the medication cart drawers C. Checking the client's identification using two identifiers D. Documenting the medications given

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

The main precaution during medication administration is to ensure the right medication is given to the right client for safety.

All the other options are important but not a priority

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A client is receiving gabapentin, an anticonvulsant, but has no history of seizures. The nurse expects that the client is receiving this drug for which condition?

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Correct Answer is C

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