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VATI ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy and reports nausea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
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Answer: A - Administer an antiemetic 30 min before chemotherapy.
Rationale: Administering an antiemetic before chemotherapy can help prevent or reduce nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy. This proactive approach is recommended to provide the client with optimal comfort and symptom management.
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B: Offering a high-fat meal before chemotherapy may worsen nausea as fatty foods can be harder to digest and may exacerbate gastrointestinal symptoms.
C: Carbonated beverages may aggravate nausea due to the carbonation and acidity, potentially increasing discomfort for the client.
D: Providing a warm blanket may offer comfort but does not directly address the client's nausea and vomiting, which require specific antiemetic medication.
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