Practice Question
A nurse is providing education to a client who has been prescribed gabapentin for diabetic neuropathy. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a correct understanding of the medication instructions?
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Correct Answer:
"I will take gabapentin with a full glass of water and avoid taking it with antacids."
Rationale:
💎Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant and neuropathic pain agent often prescribed for diabetic neuropathy.
💎It should be taken with plenty of water to aid absorption and should not be taken with antacids, as antacids reduce the medication’s bioavailability by interfering with gastrointestinal absorption.
💎Clients should be instructed to take missed doses as soon as remembered, but never double doses or take them too close together.
💎Abrupt discontinuation can cause withdrawal symptoms or seizure activity, so tapering under medical supervision is necessary.
💎The nurse should also teach the client to report mood changes, suicidal thoughts, or unusual feelings immediately, as gabapentin can affect mental status.
💎Safe medication practices help prevent toxicity, poor absorption, and withdrawal complications.
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
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