Which of the following antiemetic drugs would most benefit a patient who experiences nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness?
a. Prochlorperazine (Compazine)
b. Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)
c. Perphenazine (Trilafon)
d. Cisapride (Propulsid)
ANS: B
Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine that is useful in preventing motion sickness
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