A Patient Has Just Been Diagnosed with Cancer and Will

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient has just been diagnosed with cancer and will begin chemotherapy. The patient asks the nurse about the possibility of nausea and vomiting. The nurse will tell the patient that:

• A) nausea and vomiting can be avoided by having a snack before chemotherapy.
• B) nausea and vomiting are common side effects and will abate over time.
• C) nausea and vomiting are common and will be treated with antiemetics when they occur.
• D) the provider will order drugs to help prevent nausea and vomiting before each dose.

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Definitions:

Anxiety

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome, often reflecting a concern over future events.

Antianxiety Medication

Drugs prescribed to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and manage conditions associated with anxiety disorders.

Xanax

A medication known generically as alprazolam, used primarily for the treatment of anxiety disorders and panic attacks by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain.

Biomedical Therapist

A health professional who uses physical interventions and medications to treat psychological disorders, often with a focus on biological factors.