A School-Age Child with Leukemia Experienced Severe Nausea and Vomiting

question 40

Multiple Choice

A school-age child with leukemia experienced severe nausea and vomiting when receiving chemotherapy for the first time. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action to prevent or minimize these reactions with subsequent treatments?

• A)Encourage drinking large amounts of favorite fluids.
• B)Encourage to remain nothing-by-mouth (NPO) until nausea and vomiting subside.
• C)Administer an antiemetic before chemotherapy begins.
• D)Administer an antiemetic as soon as child has nausea.

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