questions for chapter 80 Flashcards
1
Q
A patient is experiencing chemotherapy-induced nausea. Which prescribed medication would be most effective for this patient?
Ondansetron [Zofran]
Prochlorperazine [Compazine]
Dexamethasone [Decadron]
Promethazine [Phenergan]
A
ondansetron (zofran)
2
Q
Which statement about metoclopramide [Reglan] does the nurse identify as true?
High-dose therapy causes nervous excitability.
High-dose therapy causes constipation.
Long-term high-dose therapy causes reversible tardive dyskinesia.
The drug is contraindicated in patients with GI obstruction, perforation, or hemorrhage.
A
drug is contraindicated in patients with GI obstruction; perforation; or hemorrhage
