Indications for the use of olanzapine (Zyprexa) include:
a. Alcohol withdrawal
b. Acute psychosis and Alzheimer's disease
c. Excitable delirium
d. Nausea and vomiting refractory to other agents
b
Rationale: a. Thorazine is indicated for alcohol withdrawal.
b. Correct.
c. Sedation with benzodiazepines is indicated with excitable delirium.
d. Droperidol is indicated as a second-line antiemetic .
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