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NBM Guidelines for Surgical Patients by Grace Simarmata is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This document discusses best practices for caring for patients who are nil by mouth (NBM) before and after surgery. It outlines that: 1) Patients should be informed and prepared for being NBM to ensure adherence and a smooth recovery process. 2) Current guidelines recommend patients can drink clear fluids up to two hours before surgery and eat up to six hours before to reduce risks, though some patients may require longer fasting times. 3) Nurses play a key role in communicating patients

Author

Grace Simarmata

Language

EN