After surgery for esophageal cancer, the patient is instructed to remain upright for at least 2 hours to allow the food to move through the gastrointestinal tract. What drug is used to promote gastric motility in these patients?
A) Reglan
B) Prilosec
C) Previcid
D) Ranitidine
Ans: A
Feedback: Metoclopramide (Reglan) is useful in promoting gastric motility. Options B, C, and D are incorrect.
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