When caring for a client experiencing breakthrough nausea and vomiting related to chemotherapy, assuming prescriptions are available if needed, the nurse should:
a. administer promethazine IM.
b. explain to the client that the nausea will decrease soon.
c. encourage the client to drink ginger ale.
d. administer lorazepam IV.
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate medication for this nausea and vomiting.
B Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing action.
C Incorrect: Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting usually does not respond to this measure.
D Correct: This is the drug and route of choice for this type of nausea and vomiting.
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