A Diet Order That States "NPO" Means That the Patient

question 1

Multiple Choice

A diet order that states "NPO" means that the patient should receive:

• A)nothing by mouth.
• B)medications only by mouth.
• C)liquids only.
• D)tube feedings.
• E)normal feedings.

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Definitions:

Note Payable

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Interest Rate

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