A Patient Who Experiences Motion Sickness When Flying Asks the Nurse

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient who experiences motion sickness when flying asks the nurse the best time to take the medication prescribed to prevent motion sickness for a 0900 flight. The nurse will instruct the patient to take the medication at which time?

• A) As needed, at the first sign of nausea
• B) At 0700, before leaving for the airport
• C) At 0830, just prior to boarding the plane
• D) When seated, just prior to takeoff

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