The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Trigeminal Neuralgia

question 1

Multiple Choice

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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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

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Variable Costs

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Fixed Costs

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Predetermined Overhead Rate

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