nausea

(naw′sē-ă, naw-zē-ă )

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[Gr. nausia, seasickness]
A subjective phenomenon of an unpleasant feeling in the back of the throat and stomach, which may or may not result in vomiting.

PATIENT CARE
Any materials or environmental factors that precipitate the nausea should be removed. Frequency, time, amount, and characteristics of nausea-associated emesis are noted. Vomitus is tested for blood when indicated. Oral hygiene and comfort measures are provided. If nausea persists, professional evaluation may be advisable.

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