The client asks the nurse the purpose of having medications (Demerol and Vistaril)given before surgery.The nurse should inform the client that these particular medications:

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Preoperative medications such as Demerol and Vistaril help reduce the client's anxiety,the amount of general anesthesia required,the risk for nausea and vomiting and resulting aspiration,and the amount of respiratory secretions.They may also help the client feel drowsy and lessen his or her anxiety associated with fear.Vistaril (hydroxyzine pamoate)is often given to control nausea and vomiting by suppressing the central nervous system (CNS).Vistaril will have an anticholinergic effect,reducing body secretions.These medications given together will ease the induction of anesthesia.

The Client Asks the Nurse the Purpose of Having Medications