A Patient Who Has Type 2 Diabetes Is Scheduled for a Laparoscopy

A patient who has type 2 diabetes is scheduled for a laparoscopy and has been NPO (nil per os [taking nothing by mouth]) since midnight.The patient is concerned about having to hold the medication.What is the best action for the nurse to take regarding the administration of the patient's oral antidiabetic drug?

A) Give the patient half the original dose.
B) Hold all medications as ordered.
C) Contact the physician for further orders.
D) Give the patient the medication with a sip of water.

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