Many Chemotherapy Agents Cause Nausea and Vomiting

question 36

Multiple Choice

Many chemotherapy agents cause nausea and vomiting.The type and dose of antiemetic prescribed are based on:

• A)the potential of specific antineoplastics to cause nausea and vomiting.
• B)how many other medications the client is taking.
• C)the severity of the client's symptoms.
• D)the dose of the antineoplastics.

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