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NPO stands for Nothing Per Orem which means nothing by mouth. Doctors use this on orders when they do not want the patient to take in any type of food or liquid by mouth. For instance, when a patient is getting ready for a surgery, they are ordered for NPO.
Medically NPO stands for Non Per OS or Nothing Per Orem. It means nothing by mouth. A patient is ordered this for various reasons.
Nothing by mouth is NPO, which is Latin meaning Nil Per Os.
alteration in body nutrition: less than body requirement related to required NPO status
The phlebotomist should calmly assess the patient's condition and try to understand the source of their agitation. It's important to use a soothing tone and provide reassurance, explaining the procedure clearly while allowing the patient to express any concerns. If the agitation persists or escalates, the phlebotomist may need to consider rescheduling the blood draw for the patient's comfort and safety. Maintaining professionalism and empathy is crucial in such situations.
Improper identification of the patient
what test? Depends on the test, but usually b4 being put to sleep every doctor wants pt npo for precaution of aspiration !
NPO stands for Nothing Per Orem which means nothing by mouth. Doctors use this on orders when they do not want the patient to take in any type of food or liquid by mouth. For instance, when a patient is getting ready for a surgery, they are ordered for NPO.
use spell check because phlebotomist is spelled with to not ti
Notify the supervisor STAT!
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