The endocrinologist requested the patient to return to the outpatient clinic the next day for a glucose tolerance test. Which of the following preparations should the medical assistant instruct the patient to do the night before the test?
A. NPO after midnight.
B. Ingest 10 ounces of oral glucose solution.
C. Refrain from tobacco use for 24 hours.
D. Drink at least 32 ounces of water.
Ans: A. NPO after midnight.
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