A patient with trigeminal neuralgia asks the nurse why carbamazepine (Tegretol) has been ordered. Which response is best? 1. “It will help decrease the inflammation in your nervous system.” 2. “It...

A patient with trigeminal neuralgia asks the nurse why carbamazepine (Tegretol) has been ordered. Which response is best?

1. “It will help decrease the inflammation in your nervous system.” 2. “It will depress your immune system, which can slow the progression of the disease.” 3. “Carbamazepine is used to help relieve nerve pain.” 4. “It is an anticonvulsant to prevent seizures.”