What Is the Primary Effect of an Emetic Drug

question 24

Multiple Choice

What is the primary effect of an emetic drug?

• A) Relieve pain
• B) Relieve or prevent vomiting
• C) Induce vomiting
• D) Promote defecation

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Definitions:

Mental Hospital

A healthcare institution specializing in the treatment of serious mental illnesses.

Involuntarily

Actions or reactions that occur without conscious control or decision, such as reflexes.

Commit

To carry out or perform an action deliberately, or to pledge oneself to a particular course or policy.

M'Naghten Rule

A legal standard used to determine whether a defendant was insane at the time of committing a crime and therefore not responsible for their actions.