Pharm chapter 33 Chemotherapy and Nausea Management

<p>Prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Phenothiazines (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increasing sphincter tone in the gastrointestinal tract (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Corticosteroids (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ondansetron 1 hour before chemotherapy and for 4 days after (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Blocking out scenery through the side windows. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There is no such thing as car sickness. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nausea and vomiting can occur at any time of the day. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Being a primigravida. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Consulting a healthcare provider for dosage is important. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They reduce the frequency of nausea and vomiting, and alleviate anxiety. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Anticipatory nausea and vomiting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ginger (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Antihistamines may increase the effects of cannabinoids. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>24 to 120 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Anticipatory nausea and vomiting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Benzodiazepines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are primarily used for distraction techniques. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A 50-year-old woman undergoing a total hysterectomy with general anesthesia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dexamethasone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Activates the vomit center to induce vomiting (B), Samples blood and spinal fluid for potentially toxic substances (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prevents aspiration of gastric contents into the lung (A), Prevents dehydration (B), Relieves the distress associated with nausea and vomiting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An 80-year-old man with spinal anesthesia (B), A 5-year-old child with regional anesthesia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pallor, sweating, and tachycardia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Young children generally have lower risks of PONV compared to adults. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It supports proper electrolyte balance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Metoclopramide (Reglan) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As an effective medication for postoperative nausea and vomiting (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Weight loss is a common adverse effect associated with chemotherapy, and dosages may need to be readjusted. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The long half-life will prolong the effectiveness of other drugs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diarrhea (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It assists in adjusting antiemetic dosages as needed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Metoclopramide can be safely used in treating hyperemesis gravidarum. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Urinary urgency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Methods like facing forward and blocking views can help children with motion sickness.

Motion sickness is a legitimate condition, not a myth or made-up issue.

Benadryl is not effective for treating nausea or vomiting in children.

Severe, persistent vomiting during pregnancy, needing medical attention.

Nausea and vomiting can occur at any time during pregnancy, not just mornings.

Reduces frequency of anxiety, nausea, and vomiting, especially during chemotherapy.

Medications (e.g., diazepam, lorazepam) that reduce anxiety and nausea without affecting other drugs' effectiveness.

A conditioned response of nausea triggered by sight or smell related to chemotherapy.

Nausea and vomiting that occurs 24 to 120 hours after chemotherapy administration.

A herb widely used for relief of pregnancy-induced nausea and vomiting.

Nurses must monitor interactions, particularly with antihistamines which may increase toxicity during chemotherapy.

Patients using cannabinoids need no specific dietary restrictions related to potassium or other foods.

The approach to prevent severe chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, especially after administering emetogenic drugs like cisplatin.

An antiemetic medication effective for preventing nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy, especially cisplatin.

A medication used to treat mild to moderate nausea and vomiting, but not recommended for CINV.

Medications such as diphenhydramine and meclizine used to treat motion sickness by countering acetylcholine.

An antiemetic that prevents postoperative nausea and vomiting by acting on dopamine and serotonin receptors.

The use of anticholinergic agents to counteract nausea during travel or movement.

Used to treat nausea and vomiting in various situations like pregnancy, post-surgery, and chemotherapy.

A class of drugs like metoclopramide that helps reduce nausea by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain.

Pallor, sweating, and tachycardia often accompany vomiting.

Drug of choice for hyperemesis gravidarum with no teratogenic effects.

Monitoring daily weights helps adjust antiemetic dosages due to weight loss.

Nausea and vomiting lead to weight loss in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Used as adjunctive therapy to enhance effectiveness of other antiemetics.

Used for nausea and vomiting related to cancer treatment.

Used for severe nausea associated with chemotherapy.

A corticosteroid used for nausea in various conditions including pregnancy.

A common complication following surgery, especially after general anesthesia.

Factors that increase the chance of experiencing PONV, such as gender, age, and anesthesia type.

Brain region that samples toxins and activates the vomiting center.

Medication aimed to relieve nausea and prevent complications such as dehydration and aspiration.

A type of anesthesia that is generally least likely to cause PONV.

Side effects associated with anti-nausea medications like ondansetron and promethazine.