A patient with a diagnosis of esophageal varices has undergone endoscopy to gauge the progression of this complication of liver disease. Following the completion of this diagnostic test, what nursing intervention should the nurse perform?
A) Keep patient NPO until the results of test are known.
B) Keep patient NPO until the patient's gag reflex returns.
C) Administer analgesia until post-procedure tenderness is relieved.
D) Give the patient a cold beverage to promote swallowing ability.
Ans: B
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After the examination, fluids are not given until the patient's gag reflex returns. Lozenges and gargles may be used to relieve throat discomfort if the patient's physical condition and mental status permit. The result of the test is known immediately. Food and fluids are contraindicated until the gag reflex returns.
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