Oral intake is prohibited after anesthesia until
a. the patient is ambulatory.
b. the patient is strong enough to hold a cup of water.
c. all nausea has ceased.
d. laryngeal and pharyngeal reflexes are fully regained.
D
Oral intake is prohibited after anesthesia until the patient regains laryngeal and pharyngeal reflexes. These reflexes are demonstrated by the patient's ability to gag and swallow effectively. In addition, the management of postoperative nausea and vomiting remains critical.
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