The nurse is caring for a patient who is having severe pain despite regular doses of narcotic pain medication.The nurse suspects that the patient may be experiencing neuropathy and obtains an order for gabapentin which relieves the patient's pain.Which term most accurately describes the action of the nurse?

A) Intuition
B) Reflection
C) Perseverance
D) Critical thinking

Neuropathy

A condition affecting the nerves, leading to weakness, pain, and numbness, particularly in the hands and feet; can have various causes including diabetes and vitamin deficiencies.

Gabapentin

A medication primarily used to treat seizures and neuropathic pain.

Critical Thinking

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue or situation in order to form a judgment.