A clinic nurse is caring for a 5-year-old brought to the clinic with a history of intermittent vomiting for 24 hours. The nurse would recognize that which drug is not recommended for use in children?
A) Dimenhydrinate
B) Promethazine
C) Metoclopramide
D) Diphenhydramine
C
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Metoclopramide is indicated for treatment of nausea and vomiting, especially related to chemical stimulation of the chemoreceptor trigger zone in adults. It does not have a pediatric dose for use as an antiemetic. Options A, B, and D are not correct.
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