Question

The PMHNP is evaluating a 30-year-old female patient who states that she notices pain and a drastic change in mood before the start of her menstrual cycle. The patient states that she has tried diet and lifestyle changes but nothing has worked. What will the PMHNP most likely do?
a.Prescribe estrin FE 24 birth controlB.Prescribe Ibuprofen(Motrin), 800mg every 8 hours as needed for painC.Prescribe desvenlafaxine (Pristiq), 50mg dailyD.Prescribe risperidone(Risperdal), 2mgTID

Answer 1

Answer: The answer is C; prescribe Desvenlafaxine also known as Pristiq.

Explanation:

Pristiq is sometimes prescribed to women who have severe PMS. This drug is commonly used to treat depression and major depressive disorder. If this does not work, the PMHNP will try a different medication until the correct one is found for the patients symptoms.