A client is receiving a serotonin antagonist and a corticosteroid as premedications for chemotherapy. The nurse understands these agents are used in this circumstance to:
a. prevent chemotherapy-induced inflammation of the hypothalamus.
b. treat chemotherapy-induced loss of hair and nausea and vomiting.
c. prevent acute and delayed nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.
d. prevent adverse effects of chemotherapy drugs.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: These drugs do not have this action.
B Incorrect: These drugs do not have this action.
C Correct: This is the rationale for this regimen.
D Incorrect: This regimen addresses the nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy, but not other adverse effects.
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