The Client Experiences Nausea and Vomiting Soon After Chemotherapy Treatments

question 18

Multiple Choice

The client experiences nausea and vomiting soon after chemotherapy treatments. What is the best action by the nurse?

• A) Administer a sleeping medication during chemotherapy.
• B) Increase fluid intake to flush the kidneys prior to chemotherapy.
• C) Administer an antiemetic 1-2 hours before chemotherapy.
• D) Restrict food on the day the client receives chemotherapy.

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