A nurse is discussing with a patient the need for a colonoscopy.The nurse reviews the patient's health history to determine any contraindications for this procedure.Which of the following conditions contraindicate this patient from having this procedure? Select all that apply.
A)Personal history of polyps
B)Bowel perforation
C)Inflammatory bowel disease
D)Ischemic bowel necrosis
E)Recent myocardial infarction

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Bowel perforation, ischemic bowel necrosis, and recent myocardial infarction are all contraindications for a colonoscopy. Personal history of polyps and inflammatory bowel disease are indications for a colonoscopy.

A Nurse Is Discussing with a Patient the Need for a Colonoscopy.The