Which are expected and intended responses to antiemetic drugs? (select all that apply)
a. Vomiting reflex is inhibited.
b. Vomiting reflex pathway is uninterrupted.
c. Patient is sedated.
d. Nausea is relieved.
e. Retching occurs as expected.
f. Vomiting is prevented.
ANS: A, C, D, F
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