The nurse on a cruise ship is assessing clients for motion sickness. Which of the following is a common misconception?
A) Repeated motion is the cause.
B) Once symptoms occur, they will always be present.
C) Medications help the symptoms.
D) Pallor and diaphoresis is a first symptom.
B
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When the client experiences motion sickness, the client will use that data to avoid further symptoms in the future. The client can use medication, change location or position, and recognize symptoms earlier for symptom management. The other options are correct and teachable statements.
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