Pharmacology - Antiemetics

Question 1

match the following

Answer 1

Question 2

Which of the following is true regarding construction of antiemetic regimens?

Answer 2

If a single antiemetic is ineffective, the addition of another acting on a different receptor may be utilized

Question 3

Which of the following adverse effects are related to Dimenhydrinate’s anticholinergic effects? Select ALL that apply.

Answer 3

CNS depression
Arrhythmia
Headache
Ataxia

Question 4

Dimenhydrinate should be used with caution in those with COPD and Seizure disorders as it can exacerbate their existing conditions.
True or False?

Answer 4

true

Question 5

Which of the following is true regarding Metoclopramide?

Answer 5

Metoclopramide effects the PO absorption of other medications

Question 6

Which of the following is true regarding the advantages and disadvantages of Olanzapine?

Answer 6

Olanzapine does not cause clinically relevant QT prolongation