Liberal Fasting Policy Before Surgery

Am J Nurs. 2023 Apr 1;123(4):55. doi: 10.1097/01.NAJ.0000925524.36340.9b.

Abstract

According to this study: In a quality improvement study of adults scheduled for anesthesia, a liberal fasting policy was associated with a clinically relevant reduction in fasting time and improved patient well-being.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anesthesiology*
  • Fasting*
  • Humans