A Medical Assistant Tells a Patient That Fasting Prior to Having

question 42

Multiple Choice

A medical assistant tells a patient that fasting prior to having blood drawn means ____.

• A) avoiding food except liquids for 2 hours before having blood drawn
• B) eating a diet low in carbohydrates and fats for 12 hours before having blood drawn
• C) eating and drinking as usual, but not taking medications prior to the test
• D) refraining from eating and drinking anything, beginning the night before the blood is drawn
• E) following a clear liquid diet for 24 hours before having blood drawn

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