The nurse is screening a client with a new prescription for beta blocker adrenergic propranolol [Inderal LA]. The nurse recognizes that this medication is contraindicated in the presence of which of the following conditions?

A. Propranolol can be used to manage angina, as it decreases heart rate and myocardial oxygen demand. B. Propranolol is often used to treat tachycardia by slowing the heart rate. C. Beta blockers like propranolol can cause bronchoconstriction, making them contraindicated in patients with asthma due to the risk of exacerbating respiratory issues. D. Gout is not a contraindication for propranolol use.