SNHP | Senior Nursing Poster Session (Virtual)
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Nursing
2nd Student Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
2nd Student Major
Nursing
3rd Student Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
3rd Student Major
Nursing
Presentation Format
Event
Abstract/Description
Olanzapine (Zyprexa) has been experimented for additional use than the medication has been originally utilized for. This medication has been used to relieve symptoms of nausea and vomiting specifically for chemotherapy patients. The patients that meet the criteria for this medication have been through trials that result in positive outcomes as well as having few side effects. Though there are antiemetics that can be used for these symptoms; however, they have been shown through trials that they are least effective compared to Zyprexa. The objective is to provide evidence, education, and implementation of a policy for hospice patients who undergo these long-lasting symptoms. The initiation of a policy will be implemented at a hospice facility that would be on an as needed basis if the patients have met the criteria based on assessments from the nursing staff. The promotion of quality of life is essential for these patients that would benefit more than hospice patients, but any patient who has chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting symptoms.
Spring Scholars Week 2023 Event
Senior Nursing Poster Session
A New Approach to Chronic Symptoms in Terminal Patients
Olanzapine (Zyprexa) has been experimented for additional use than the medication has been originally utilized for. This medication has been used to relieve symptoms of nausea and vomiting specifically for chemotherapy patients. The patients that meet the criteria for this medication have been through trials that result in positive outcomes as well as having few side effects. Though there are antiemetics that can be used for these symptoms; however, they have been shown through trials that they are least effective compared to Zyprexa. The objective is to provide evidence, education, and implementation of a policy for hospice patients who undergo these long-lasting symptoms. The initiation of a policy will be implemented at a hospice facility that would be on an as needed basis if the patients have met the criteria based on assessments from the nursing staff. The promotion of quality of life is essential for these patients that would benefit more than hospice patients, but any patient who has chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting symptoms.