The nurse is preparing teaching for the home treatment of ingested poisons. Which medication is no longer recommended for use at home to induce vomiting for certain ingested poisons?
a. Syrup of ipecac
b. Cimetidine (Tagamet)
c. Thiethylperazine (Torecan)
d. Prochlorperazine (Compazine)
ANS: A
Syrup of ipecac is no longer recommended for at-home treatment of accidental overdose, and evidence shows use of ipecac does not improve patient outcomes. B. Cimetidine (Tagamet) is a medication used for gastric irritation. C. Thiethylperazine (Torecan) is a phenothiazine with antiemetic properties. Prochlorperazine (Compazine) is a medication used for nausea and vomiting.
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