Discuss patient with a bowel obstruction


Problem: A patient with a bowel obstruction has been ordered Metoclopramide 10mg IV for nausea. Why is this an inappropriate choice for this patient? Question Select one: a. Metoclopramide increases gastric emptying and therefore would increase pain and discomfort and cause possible perforation b. Metoclopramide is an appropriate choice for this patient c. Metoclopramide works on serotonin receptors which is an inappropriate choice for patient with a bowel obstruction d. Metoclopramide decreases gastric emptying and therefore would increase pain and discomfort and cause possible perforation e. Metoclopramide should only be used for patients with chemotherapy induced nausea

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