1
Q
Where is the vomitting centre found?
Why is levomepromazine used in palliative?
A
Medulla
Broad spectrum anti-emetic
2
Q
For a constipated patient what anti-emetic would you select?
What should it be prescribed with?
A
Metroclopramide - helps improve gut mobility
Bowel softener (laxido)
Dexamethasone (reduce pressure and oedema for partial bowel obstruction)
3
Q
What is the purpose of buscopan?
A
Reduces abdominal motility and secretions - good for constipation and crampy pain
4
Q
Why would you want to stop steroids if a patient has a bowel obstruction?
A
Steroids make people hungry - cruel to do so
5
Q
What does Senna do?
A
Increases gut motility and gut secretions
6
Q
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Year 4 - 5 Qs A Day
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