The Patient Scheduled for a Bronchoscopy Is Placed on an NPO

question 31

Multiple Choice

The patient scheduled for a bronchoscopy is placed on an NPO status after midnight before the procedure.The patient is complaining of being thirsty and requests some water on the morning of the procedure.The nurse should:

• A) Deny any oral fluid per order.
• B) Allow 8 ounces of tap water.
• C) Offer ice chips.
• D) Administer only carbonated drinks.

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