The nurse is planning care for a preoperative patient.Which intervention is implemented to ensure safe nursing care?
A) Allowing the patient to have ice chips
B) Always keeping the patient nothing by mouth (NPO) for 12 to 14 hours before
C) Allowing the patient to brush teeth and swallow water
D) Allowing the patient to take specifically prescribed oral medications with small amounts of water
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