What condition is occurring when a patient experiences nausea immediately on entering the clinic to receive another course of chemotherapy?
a. Psychogenic
b. Chemotherapy induced
c. Hyperemesis gravidarum
d. Anticipatory nausea and vomiting
ANS: D
Anticipatory nausea and vomiting is a conditioned response triggered by the sight or smell of the clinic or hospital or by the knowledge that treatment is imminent. Delayed reaction from a previous treatment would have occurred in a shorter interval after the other treatment. Delayed emesis occurs 24 to 120 hours after the administration of chemotherapy. Although smells can trigger nausea, this is not likely the cause of this patient's sickness. Hyperemesis gravidarum is excessive vomiting and nausea associated with pregnancy.
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