The prototypical serotonin antagonist that is sometimes used in the prehospital field is:

a. Ondansetron (Zofran)
b. Promethazine (Phenergan)
c. Prochlorperazine (Compazine)
d. Haloperidol (Haldol)


a
Rationale: a. Correct.
b. Promethazine is an antihistamine.
c. Prochloroperazine is a dopamine antagonist.
d. Haldol is a dopamine antagonist.

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