Explanation
• Antiemetics counteract nausea most effectively when given before administration of an agent that causes nausea. Continued therapy helps to control any nausea or vomiting that does develop.
•Neuroblastomas are treated with surgical resection, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination.
•A high-fiber diet has no effect on reducing nausea and vomiting. High fluid intake during periods of nausea exaggerates the symptoms and may exacerbate vomiting.
•Eating before chemotherapy enhances nutrition, but may increase the risk of vomiting.