A Client Newly Diagnosed with Trigeminal Neuralgia Asks the Nurse

Multiple Choice

A client newly diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia asks the nurse to explain why it hurts so much when an episode occurs. The nurse would explain that the pain of trigeminal neuralgia is the result of which of the following?

A) Stimulation of the nerve by temperature or pressure
B) Irritation due to cellular effects of hypoglycemia
C) Release of epinephrine during the fight-or-flight response
D) An immune system reaction to cold and influenza