Prevention of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting

Multimodal Approach

• The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends a multimodal approach to PONV prevention, which can include scopolamine patches as part of the regimen, with combination regimens being significantly more effective than single agents alone 1, 2
• A multimodal approach to nausea and vomiting prevention, including the use of scopolamine patches, is becoming the standard of care in surgical settings, with the goal of reducing the risk of PONV 1, 2