Which of the following interventions are included as part of a glucose tolerance test? Select all that apply
1. Blood samples are collected at various intervals.
2. The patient is connected to numerous electrodes.
3. The patient ingests concentrated glucose syrup.
4. Urine samples are collected at various intervals.
5. The patient remains NPO except for water during the test.
ANS: 1, 3, 4, 5
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