CHEMOTHERAPY-RELATED NAUSEA AND VOMITING

Course overview

Nausea and vomiting (N/V) are two of the most common, disturbing, and potentially serious side effects of chemotherapy, having physical, psychological, and emotional effects and affecting adversely the quality of life of patients with cancer. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of chemotherapy-related N/V, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.