A client experiencing pain has been prescribed a coanalgesic. The nurs

A client experiencing pain has been prescribed a coanalgesic. The nurse should prepare to administer what medications to the client?

1. Nortriptyline
2. Amitriptyline
3. Tramadol
4. Meloxicam
5. Gabapentin

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 5
Rationale 1: Nortriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant used as a coanalgesic to treat pain.
Rationale 2: Amitriptyline a tricyclic antidepressant used as a coanalgesic to treat pain.
Rationale 3: Tramadol is an opioid analgesic used for moderate pain.
Rationale 4: Meloxicam is a nonopioid analgesic used for mild pain.
Rationale 5: Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant used as a coanalgesic to treat pain.