Question

A patient complains of nausea and vomiting after consuming food stored for a long time. the nurse suggests that the patient take the antiemetic agent metoclopramide, but the patient asks the nurse if the problem could be managed by taking a ginger supplement. the nurse knows that ginger is equally effective in controlling nausea and vomiting. how should the nurse ensure patient safety?

Answer 1

Tell the patient that multiple solutions exist, that ginger supplement is effective in controlling nausea and vomiting. Multiple solutions to the problem can also help and the patient must be open to any possibility and solution and also the patient can consult with dietician on initial foods to offer patient.