A client has been diagnosed with Bell's palsy. About what drugs should the nurse anticipate possibly teaching the client? (Select all that apply.)
a. Acyclovir (Zovirax)
b. Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
c. Famciclovir (Famvir)
d. Prednisone (Deltasone)
e. Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
ANS: A, C, D, E
Possible pharmacologic treatment for Bell's palsy includes acyclovir, famciclovir, prednisone, and valacyclovir. Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant and mood-stabilizing drug and is not used for Bell's palsy.
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