A patient who is receiving chemotherapy will be given dronabinol (Marinol) to prevent nausea and vomiting. The nurse will tell the patient that this drug will be given at which time?
a. Before and after the chemotherapy
b. During chemotherapy
c. Immediately prior to chemotherapy
d. 24 hours prior to chemotherapy
ANS: A
Cannabinoids are given prior to chemotherapy and for 24 hours after chemotherapy.
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