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debasdf

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on: Aug 19, 2018
Describe the concept of NPO.

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The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are used for:
 A) food package label health claims.
  B) MyPlate patterning.
  C) exchange system servings.
  D) dietary analysis.
  E) All of the above


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Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
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An order to not give a patient anything at allfood, beverages, or medicationsis indicated by NPO, an abbreviation for non per os, meaning nothing by mouth.. For example, an order may read NPO for 24 hours or NPO until after X-ray.. The NPO order is commonly used during certain acute illnesses or diagnostic tests involving the GI tract.

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:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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