A patient has just been diagnosed with cancer and will begin chemotherapy. The patient asks the nurse about the possibility of nausea and vomiting. The nurse will tell the patient that:
a. nausea and vomiting can be avoided by having a snack before chemotherapy.
b. nausea and vomiting are common side effects and will abate over time.
c. nausea and vomiting are common and will be treated with antiemetics when they oc-cur.
d. the provider will order drugs to help pre-vent nausea and vomiting before each dose.
D
Nausea and vomiting are common but can be reduced by premedication with antiemetics. Having a snack before dosing is not effective. This side effect will not abate over time. Antiemetics are most effective when given before dosing, not as needed.
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