A Patient with a Terminal Illness Is Experiencing Severe Nausea

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient with a terminal illness is experiencing severe nausea and vomiting. Which medications should the nurse consider appropriate for the patient at this time?

• A) Furosemide (Lasix)
• B) Ondansetron (Zofran)
• C) Meperidine (Demerol)
• D) Morphine sulfate (Morphine)
• E) Prochlorperazine (Compazine)

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