A client is being seen by the health care provider for a prescription medication for motion sickness. The nurse anticipates the client will be prescribed:
a. metoclopramide. c. promethazine.
b. meclizine. d. ondansetron.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: This is a gastric stimulant and isn't used to treat motion sickness.
B Correct: Meclizine is an antihistamine used to treat motion sickness.
C Incorrect: This is used to treat nausea and vomiting.
D Incorrect: This is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.
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