A nurse is assessing a patient for suitability to undergo an upper gastrointestinal (GI)and small bowel series.Which of the following conditions would make this procedure contraindicated for this patient? Select all that apply.
A)Age of 2 months
B)Pregnancy
C)Upper GI perforation
D)Gastroesophageal reflux (GER)
E)Chronic dehydration in an elderly patient

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B) Pregnancy is a contraindication due to the exposure to ionizing radiation, which can be harmful to the developing fetus. C) Upper GI perforation is a contraindication because the contrast material used in the procedure could leak into the abdominal cavity, causing further complications. E) Chronic dehydration, especially in an elderly patient, is a contraindication because the contrast material can lead to further dehydration and kidney damage.

A Nurse Is Assessing a Patient for Suitability to Undergo