Patient who has a recent diagnosis of fibromyalgia


Question: The family nurse practitioner is caring for a 49-year-old female patient who has a recent diagnosis of fibromyalgia. The patient complains of feeling overwhelmed and says that she can no longer be the mother and wife she used to be. As a patient advocate, the nurse practitioner's first action is to: Question options: 1) arrange for the patient to attend a meeting of the local fibromyalgia support group 2) discuss the effect of medication on feelings of inadequacy and disappointment 3) encourage the patient to discuss a reduction in work hours with her boss 4) prescribe amitriptyline (Elavil) to combat chronic pain and elevate mood

 

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