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When developing the plan of care for a 12-year-old child who is to receive 48 hours of chemotherapy that is associated with nausea and vomiting, at which of the following times should the nurse anticipate administering an antiemetic?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Administering an antiemetic 30 minutes before chemotherapy and every 4-6 hours prophylactically minimizes nausea and vomiting.