ondansetron

Principles Of Pharmacology Med Assist
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Chapter7: Drug Sources, Schedules, And Dosages
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Charles Christian Baletbet is a 38-year-old woman who has breast cancer. She is receiving radiation and chemotherapy. Mr. Baletbet is experiencing significant nausea and vomiting. Her physician orders ondansetron 32 mg IV to be administered 30 minutes prior to her chemotherapy and 8 to 16 mg PO every 8 hours as needed. She also receives metoclopramide 10 mg PO four times a day: 30 minutes before meals and at bedtime. 

For what adverse effects would you assess Mr. Baletbet, in relation to ondansetron?

 

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