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Chapter 32. Peripheral Neuropathy Medication Therapy Management Data Set
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Which of the following types of peripheral neuropathy is considered the MOST common?
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b. Painful diabetic neuropathy
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c. Post-herpetic neuralgia
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Which of the following is considered a late complication of diabetic peripheral neuropathy?
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c. Absent reflexes in feet
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All of the following statements are correct regarding medications used in the symptomatic relief of peripheral neuropathy EXCEPT:
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a. Side effects from medications are rare
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b. Dosing adjustments of medications can be complicated
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c. Analgesic effect from medications is often delayed
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d. Medication effectiveness can be unpredictable
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Using living room language, which of the following terms is best described by the phrase "constant burning pain"?
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Which of the following objective tests uses a 10-g monofilament to determine if the patient can perceive its placement?
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d. Pressure perception test
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In which of the following situations should a patient with diabetic peripheral neuropathy seek prompt medical attention?
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a. Upon physical exam, feet are observed as dry
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b. Upon physical exam, an ulcer is noted on side of large toe
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c. Patient describes symptoms of burning as worse than last visit
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d. Patient states that prescribed medications are no longer working
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BS is a 68-year-old male with a past medical history of HTN (20 years), GERD (5 years), type 2 diabetes (15 years), and diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) (2 years). Current medications include metformin 1,000 mg twice daily, insulin glargine 20 units subcutaneously ...