In palliative care, how should nausea and vomiting be approached pharmacologically?

• A. Identify cause; use antiemetics (e.g., ondansetron, metoclopramide, haloperidol) with attention to side effects.
• B. Use antiemetics regardless of cause and with no side effects.
• C. Avoid antiemetics.
• D. Use laxatives to treat nausea.

Answer: (A)