Which of the following should you do when scheduling a patient for a fasting procedure?

A. Avoid scheduling the patient in the morning
B. Tell the patient to eat breakfast and then have only liquids before the procedure
C. Schedule the procedure as early in the day as possible
D. Instruct the patient to eat and take all medications as usual
E. Allow the patient to come at any time throughout the day for the procedure


Answer: C

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