The parent of a child who is receiving chemotherapy asks the nurse why metoclopramide (Reglan) is not being used to suppress vomiting. The nurse will explain that, in children, this drug is more likely to cause which adverse effect?

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Metoclopramide is a prokinetic agent that can cause extrapyramidal symptoms such as dystonia, akathisia, and parkinsonism, particularly in children. Therefore, it is not the preferred antiemetic for children receiving chemotherapy.

The Parent of a Child Who Is Receiving Chemotherapy Asks