The patient is to have nothing by mouth (NPO) starting at midnight the night before surgery. Which task can be delegated to the UAP? Give the patient small sips of water if he reports thirst. Assist with oral care, but instruct the patient not to swallow fluids. Obtain small hard candy for the patient to suck on. Check the patient’s intravenous fluids every 2 hours.
[Answered]: The patient is to have nothing by mouth (NPO)…
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