A 35-year-old woman reports for follow-up after ED visits several times In the last few weeks. She sought emergency evaluation for complaints of heart palpitations, sweating, and chest pain. Cardiac enzyme and ECG findings are negative. The patient reports that nothing was happening to cause her to feel anxious. Which of the following responses represents the best response by the PMHNP?
A. Medications like Prozac can be effective in managing symptoms of panic disorder.
B. Further cardiac workup Is needed to completely rule out a cardiac Issue.
C. Panic disorder usually resolves alter several occurrences and does not typically require treatment.
D. Few medications are helpful in the treatment of panic disorder; counseling is the only treatment available. The PMHNP takes care of a 28-year-old man who reports taking phenytoin (Dilantin)
