The nurse understands that which of these clients is the most appropriate candidate for metoclopramide therapy?
a. a postoperative client with nausea c. a client debilitated by a stroke
b. a child with cystic fibrosis d. a school teacher with GERD
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate client.
B Incorrect: This is not an appropriate client.
C Correct: Because this client is at high risk for Curling's ulcer from prolonged contact between the gastric mucosa and gastric acid from immobility, this client is the most appropriate.
D Incorrect: Although an appropriate candidate, this is not the most appropriate.
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