A primary indication for the use of an antiemetic medication is:
1. morning sickness in pregnancy.
2. diarrhea accompanied by severe abdominal cramping.
3. constipation.
4. nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Morning sickness is usually limited to the first trimester of pregnancy. Antiemetics are usually reserved for cases of hyperemesis gravidarum, which are much more severe and persistent and are not relieved by other measures.
Rationale 2: Diarrhea that is accompanied by severe abdominal cramping is a different symptom than nausea and vomiting.
Rationale 3: Antiemetic medications are indicated for nausea and vomiting, not constipation.
Rationale 4: Antiemetic medications are indicated for nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.
Global Rationale: Antiemetic medications are indicated for nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy. Morning sickness is usually limited to the first trimester of pregnancy. Antiemetics are usually reserved for cases of hyperemesis gravidarum, which are much more severe and persistent and are not relieved by other measures. Diarrhea that is accompanied by severe abdominal cramping is a different symptom than nausea and vomiting. Antiemetic medications are indicated for nausea and vomiting, not constipation.
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