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1. The nurse is caring for a 63-year old male receiving a continuous tube feeding via a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube. The nurse anticipates that which of the following medications will likely be prescribed for this patient? (1 point)
a. Metoclopramide (Reglan)
b. Meclizine (Antivert)
c. Aprepitant (Emend)
d. Phosphorated carbohydrate solution (Emetrol)
Homework Answers
1.The drug metoclopramide is a prokinetic drug which has an action by contraction of the gastrointestinal tract and moving the food.This is best for gastroparesis.Usually preferred in PEG feeding.
Antiemetic are recommended when there is a delay in the emptying of gastric contents
Emend is a drug which has a nature to sediment so it can cause obstruction
Emetrol is anti emetic which can cause adverse effects if given
Ans:a. Metoclopramide (Reglan)
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