A Patient with Metastatic Cancer of the Colon Experiences Severe

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient with metastatic cancer of the colon experiences severe vomiting following each administration of chemotherapy.What is an important nursing intervention for the patient?

• A) Weigh the patient twice a week.
• B) Have the patient eat full meals when nausea is not present.
• C) Administer prescribed antiemetics 1 hour before the treatments.
• D) Offer dry crackers and carbonated fluids immediately following the treatments.

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Definitions:

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