Gastrointestinal Drugs and Medications Q 28

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A client has been given ondansetron (Zofran). For which of the following post-operative condition should the nurse administer this medication?

  

     A. Abdominal infection

     B. Incisional pain

     C. Atelectasis

     D. Vomiting

    

    

Correct Answer: D. Vomiting

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Ondansetron is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by surgery or by medicine to treat cancer (chemotherapy or radiation).

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Options A, B, & C: These are not related to this medication.

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