PHRM 311 Lecture Notes - Postoperative Nausea And Vomiting, Naproxen, Anticholinergic
Document Summary
Therapeutics of nausea and vomiting (part 2) Goals of therapy: prevent or eliminate symptoms of n/v. Small sips of fluid often throughout the day volume as tolerated. Avoid spicy, fatty and salty foods or foods with strong odors. Eat small, frequent, bland meals throughout the day. Cc: has a whale watching trip booked next week with her husband and two kids and is worried about getting sick on the boat. O/e: looks worried about her trip and about not wanting to get sick on the boat. Mismatch of sensory input (visual, vestibular systems) conflicting info about body position. Travelling in a vehicle or when in motion (e. g. fairground ride, swings) Can occur when motionless (e. g. viewing movies, video games) 60% in children 3-12 years old (rare in children < 2 years old) Declines with age (rare after age 50) Hormonal factors (e. g. pregnancy, menstruating, receiving hormonal therapy) Administer medication 30-60 minutes prior to travel to ensure absorption.
