Antiemetics

Question 1

What is the primary action of antiemetics?

Answer 1

To prevent or treat nausea and vomiting.

Question 2

Name one common generic antiemetic.

Answer 2

Ondansetron.

Question 3

True or False: Antiemetics can only be used for nausea caused by chemotherapy.

Answer 3

False.

Question 4

What is the mechanism of action for ondansetron?

Answer 4

It is a serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonist.

Question 5

Which antiemetic is often used for motion sickness?

Answer 5

Dimenhydrinate.

Question 6

Fill in the blank: The adverse effect of __________ is sedation.

Answer 6

promethazine.

Question 7

What drug interaction should be monitored when administering antiemetics?

Answer 7

Interactions with central nervous system depressants.

Question 8

What is the preferred route of administration for ondansetron?

Answer 8

Oral or intravenous.

Question 9

True or False: Metoclopramide is used to enhance gastric emptying.

Answer 9

True.

Question 10

What adverse effect is associated with metoclopramide?

Answer 10

Extrapyramidal symptoms.

Question 11

Which antiemetic is contraindicated in patients with a history of seizures?

Answer 11

Metoclopramide.

Question 12

What is the generic name for Zofran?

Answer 12

Ondansetron.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: __________ is an antiemetic used in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Answer 13

Granisetron.

Question 14

What should be monitored before administering antiemetics?

Answer 14

The patient’s level of consciousness and hydration status.

Question 15

What is a common side effect of ondansetron?

Answer 15

Headache.

Question 16

True or False: Antihistamines can be used as antiemetics.

Answer 16

True.

Question 17

Which antiemetic can cause dry mouth as a side effect?

Answer 17

Scopolamine.

Question 18

What is the action of prochlorperazine?

Answer 18

It acts as a dopamine antagonist.

Question 19

What should be included in patient teaching for antiemetics?

Answer 19

Avoiding alcohol and sedatives.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: __________ is an antiemetic that can be used for nausea due to pregnancy.

Answer 20

Doxylamine.

Question 21

What is the generic name for Phenergan?

Answer 21

Promethazine.

Question 22

Which antiemetic has a risk of QT prolongation?

Answer 22

Ondansetron.

Question 23

True or False: All antiemetics are safe during pregnancy.

Answer 23

False.

Question 24

What is a key nursing consideration when administering antiemetics?

Answer 24

Assessing for effectiveness and side effects post-administration.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: __________ is an antiemetic commonly used in pediatric patients.

Answer 25

Ondansetron.

Question 26

What is the action of dexamethasone as an antiemetic?

Answer 26

It is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and can help prevent nausea.

Question 27

Which antiemetic can be used for both nausea and anxiety?

Answer 27

Lorazepam.

Question 28

What are the common routes of administration for antiemetics?

Answer 28

Oral, intravenous, and intramuscular.

Question 29

True or False: Antiemetics should be given only when nausea occurs.

Answer 29

False.

Question 30

What is the first-line treatment for chemotherapy-induced nausea?

Answer 30

5-HT3 receptor antagonists like ondansetron.

Question 31

Fill in the blank: __________ is an antiemetic that can cause drowsiness and is often used for motion sickness.

Answer 31

Dimenhydrinate.

Question 32

What is the recommended dosage form for granisetron?

Answer 32

Transdermal patch.

Question 33

Which antiemetic is contraindicated in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma?

Answer 33

Scopolamine.

Question 34

What adverse effect is associated with long-term use of metoclopramide?

Answer 34

Tardive dyskinesia.

Question 35

True or False: Antiemetics can be used to treat vomiting caused by infections.

Answer 35

True.

Question 36

What is the role of neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptor antagonists in antiemetic therapy?

Answer 36

They are used to prevent nausea and vomiting related to chemotherapy.

Question 37

Fill in the blank: __________ is an antiemetic that helps with postoperative nausea.

Answer 37

Ondansetron.

Question 38

What is a potential drug interaction with ondansetron?

Answer 38

Serotonin syndrome when combined with other serotonergic drugs.

Question 39

Which antiemetic should be used cautiously in patients with liver disease?

Answer 39

Ondansetron.

Question 40

What is the action of antihistamines as antiemetics?

Answer 40

They block histamine receptors to reduce nausea.

Question 41

True or False: Antiemetics can be used as a preventative measure.

Answer 41

True.

Question 42

What is a common side effect of promethazine?

Answer 42

Drowsiness.

Question 43

Fill in the blank: __________ is an antiemetic that can cause constipation.

Answer 43

Ondansetron.

Question 44

What should be assessed before administering antiemetics?

Answer 44

Allergies and previous reactions to medications.

Question 45

True or False: All antiemetics are effective for all types of nausea.

Answer 45

False.

Question 46

What is the generic name for Emend?

Answer 46

Aprepitant.

Question 47

What is a key consideration when giving antiemetics to elderly patients?

Answer 47

Increased risk of sedation and falls.

Question 48

Fill in the blank: __________ is an antiemetic that may be used in palliative care.

Answer 48

Dexamethasone.

Question 49

What is the primary use of antiemetics in cancer patients?

Answer 49

To manage nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.