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.