Periprocedural Considerations for the Prevention and Treatment of Nausea and Vomiting

Procedures and the sedation required to complete them are triggers to nausea and vomiting. Nausea and vomiting are uncomfortable complications of care. These complications lead to increased length of the procedure and recovery time, which increases cost per case. Furthermore, experiencing nausea and vomiting is a factor in patient dissatisfaction of care. Postprocedural nausea and vomiting may bring about aspiration, increased intracranial...