A doctor has ordered NPO status for a vomiting patient. A nurse violates the order by
1. Providing the patient with intravenous (IV) fluids.
2. Giving the patient ice chips.
3. Removing the patient's water carafe and drinking glass from the bedside.
4. Putting a sign that reads NPO over the patient's bed.
ANS: 2
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