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A school-age child with leukemia experienced severe nausea and vomiting when receiving chemotherapy for the first time. Which is the most appropriate nursing action to prevent or minimize these reactions with subsequent treatments?

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Answer: From a nursing perspective, during the child's treatment, you can provide them with anti-nausea medications (or contact the correct specialist who can provide authority to give the child these medications).

Ensure they're comfortable during their treatment, whether it is having a class of water next to them, blanket and pillows, vomit bags next to them for those spontaneous moments, providing a comfortable stop for the child to rest and offering any additional support such as mental health professionals.

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