A Patient Who Experiences Migraines Characterized by Unilateral Motor and Sensory

A patient who experiences migraines characterized by unilateral motor and sensory symptoms tells the primary care NP that despite abortive therapy with a triptan,the frequency of episodes has increased to three or four times each month.The NP should:

A) add a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant.
B) change to dihydroergotamine hydrochloride.
C) prescribe a b-blocker such as propranolol.
D) prescribe an anticonvulsant such as topiramate.

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