Lifespan Considerations

Question 1

Considerations of Antiemetic agents used in children

Answer 1

Ingestion of toxic substances
-call healthcare provider or poison control center
-Antiemetics use: Higher risk of adverse effects
-CNS effects
-Fluid and electrolyte imbalances

Question 2

Considerations of antiemetics agents used in adults

Answer 2

-CNS effects can interfere with daily activities
-Safety has not been established in pregnancy and lactation

Question 3

Considerations of antiemetics used in older adults

Answer 3

-institute safety measures to prevent injury from adverse effects
-Renal and hepatic impairement
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