Metoclopramide is contraindicated in which of the following conditions?
a. A diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
b. A patient with a recent onset of nausea
c. A patient suffering from a gastrointestinal ulcer that is bleeding
d. History of heart burn following meals
c
Rationale: a. GERD is an indication for the use of metoclopramide.
b. Nausea and vomiting is an indication for nausea.
c. Correct. Reglan is contraindicated if the patient has a GI bleed.
d. This would be an indication.
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