What are some nonpharmacologic measures a nurse can use to help a patient who is nauseated or vomiting? (Select all that apply.)
A) Quiet environment
B) Visitors
C) Soft, bland meals (if not contraindicated)
D) Deep breathing
E) Carbonated drinks (if not contraindicated)
A, D, E
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Provide support and encouragement, as well as other measures (quiet environment, carbonated drinks, deep breathing), to help the patient cope with the discomfort of nausea and vomiting and drug effects. Visitors do not support the quiet environment needed. Patients who are nauseated or vomiting generally do not want to eat.
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