The nurse expects that a dopamine antagonist will be prescribed for a patient who is experiencing nausea and vomiting. Which medications should the nurse anticipate being prescribed for this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. prochlorperazine (Compazine)
2. thiethylperazine (Torecan)
3. metoclopramide (Reglan)
4. ondansetron (Zofran)
5. hydroxyzine (Vistaril)
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
Prochlorperazine (Compazine), thiethylperazine (Torecan), and metoclopramide (Reglan) are dopamine antagonists. Ondansetron (Zofran) is a serotonin receptor antagonist. Hydroxyzine (Vistaril) is an antihistamine.
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