Practice Question
A nurse on the oncology unit is evaluating a client's response after receiving a dose of aprepitant. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse expect?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Absence of nausea.
Rationale:
◈ Aprepitant is a neurokinin-1 receptor antagonist used to prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
◈ Its effectiveness is marked by the client’s ability to tolerate food and fluids without emesis.
◈ Controlling nausea improves nutritional intake and comfort, crucial in oncology care.
◈ It is most often used in combination with other antiemetics for synergistic relief.
◈ Successful response to aprepitant enhances adherence to cancer treatment by minimizing side effects.
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4