A Child Has Nausea After Chemotherapy Despite Anti-Emetics

question 37

Multiple Choice

A child has nausea after chemotherapy despite anti-emetics.However,the child complains that "my tummy is growling." Which other action should the nurse take to promote comfort for this child?

• A) Avoid hard, difficult-to-chew foods.
• B) Encourage a high fluid intake with meals.
• C) Offer the child hard candy to suck on.
• D) Provide bland items, such as plain mashed potatoes.

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Definitions:

Reflective

Characterized by deep thought and consideration, often involving the examination of one's own beliefs, thoughts, and experiences.

Coordinated Thought

The ability to integrate different ideas, perspectives, or pieces of information in a cohesive manner, leading to more complex reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Appetite

A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, particularly for food.

Myelination

The process of forming a myelin sheath around nerves to increase the speed at which impulses propagate.