The nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia. The nurse expects the physician to suggest which of the following to help the client manage the disease? (Select all that apply.)
1. Zolpidem (Ambien)
2. NSAIDS
3. Pregeabalin (Lyrica) and diet therapy
4. Tenormin (Atnelol)
5. Counseling
2. NSAIDS
3. Pregeabalin (Lyrica) and diet therapy
5. Counseling
Rationale:
Treatment for fibromyalgia may include NSAIDS for pain, pregeabalin (Lyrica), diet therapy, and counseling. Zolpidem (Ambien) is for producing sleep. Tenormin (Atnelol) is an antihypertensive drug.
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