A 32-year-old patient receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer is prescribed aprepitant (Emend). What should the nurse emphasize when teaching the patient about this medication? Select all that apply.
A. Contact the healthcare provider about any onset of confusion.
B. A skin rash is an expected effect of this medication.
C. Take this medication for 10 days.
D. Take the medication either with food or on an empty stomach.
E. Use a barrier contraceptive while taking this medication.
Answer: E
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