The nurse is preparing to administer a prescribed, as needed, antiemetic drug for a child who is diagnosed with cancer. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Administering the drug prophylactically prior to the next dose of chemotherapy is the most appropriate action as it can prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy. Waiting for the child to become nauseated before administering the drug (Option A) may not be effective in preventing vomiting. Administering after the next dose of chemotherapy (Option C) may not be timely enough to prevent nausea and vomiting. Administering the drug only if the child is experiencing diarrhea (Option D) is not relevant to nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer a Prescribed, as Needed