A Patient Who Has Type 2 Diabetes Is Scheduled for a Laparoscopy

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient who has type 2 diabetes is scheduled for a laparoscopy and has been NPO (nil per os [taking nothing by mouth]) since midnight.The patient is concerned about having to hold the medication.What is the best action for the nurse to take regarding the administration of the patient's oral antidiabetic drug?

• A)Give the patient half the original dose.
• B)Hold all medications as ordered.
• C)Contact the physician for further orders.
• D)Give the patient the medication with a sip of water.

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