What class of drugs is used to treat seasickness?
a. Antiemetics
b. Antiflatulents
c. Cannabinoids
d. Emetics
Answer: a. Antiemetics
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In observing a chemotherapy patient, an LPN/LVN must be aware of adverse effects from other products. The patient tells the nurse that he has found an herbal preparation to help control his nausea. The nurse's best response is:
1. "That sounds wonderful, and it's inexpensive." 2. "This product may be toxic to you." 3. "That product can help you be free of nausea." 4. "Follow the instructions on how to take that preparation."
The nurse is assessing a patient for potential home care. Which patient statement indicates that the patient will be able to take a medication that is prescribed for three times a day?
A) "I can take the three pills together at one time.". B) "I will take one pill before breakfast, before lunch, and before dinner.". C) "I can take one pill when I have symptoms and save the others for later.". D) "I will take the pill when I get up in the morning and before I go to bed.".
A patient is brought to the Emergency Department with a gunshot wound to the chest. The healthcare professional assesses an abnormality involving a pleural rupture that acts as a one-way valve, permitting air to enter on inspiration but preventing its escape by closing during expiration. What action by the healthcare professional is the priority?
a. Draw arterial blood gasses. b. Assist with a chest tube insertion. c. Give the patient low-flow oxygen. d. Assess for clubbing of fingernails