When Preparing the Patient for a Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT),the

question 26

Multiple Choice

When preparing the patient for a glucose tolerance test (GTT) ,the nurse should:

• A) restrict water intake before the test.
• B) encourage water intake before the test.
• C) keep patient NPO 4 hours before the test.
• D) instruct patient to have a full bladder for the test.

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