Deck 123: Nausea and Vomiting

Question 1

A patient has nausea associated with chemotherapy. Which agent will be prescribed to manage this side effect?

A) Diphenhydramine
B) Meclizine
C) Ondansetron
D) Scopolamine

Answer 1

C

Question 2

A patient has a recent episode of vomiting and describes the vomitus as containing mostly gastric juice. What does this symptom suggest?

A) Bile duct obstruction
B) Gastritis
C) Peptic ulcer
D) Small bowel obstruction

Answer 2

C