Question

a nurse is assisting with providing care for a client who has new diagnosis of fibromyalgia. which of the following classification of medications should nurse anticipate a prescription by the provider?
a tricyclic antidepressants
b calcium channel blockers
c loop diuretics
d beta blocker

Explanation:

Tricyclic antidepressants (such as amitriptyline) are used in the treatment of fibromyalgia. They can help with pain modulation and improving sleep, which is often disrupted in fibromyalgia. Calcium channel blockers are mainly for conditions like hypertension and angina. Loop diuretics are for fluid - overload conditions (e.g., heart failure - related edema). Beta - blockers are used for hypertension, angina, and some arrhythmias.

Answer:

A. Tricyclic antidepressants