A patient is taking chemotherapy with a drug that has a high potential for causing nausea and vomiting. The nurse is preparing to administer an antiemetic drug. Which class of antiemetic drugs has proven most effective in preventing nausea and vomiting for patients receiving chemotherapy?
A) Prokinetic drugs, such as metoclopramide (Reglan)
B) Serotonin blockers, such a ondansetron (Zofran)
C) Anticholinergic drugs, such as scopolamine
D) Neuroleptic drugs, such as promethazine (Phenergan)
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