An 80-Year-Old Patient Has Nausea and Vomiting Related to a Gastrointestinal

Multiple Choice

An 80-year-old patient has nausea and vomiting related to a gastrointestinal disorder.Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate?

A) Offer sips of clear soda every 15 minutes until more is tolerated.
B) Encourage the patient to lie in a prone position while nauseated.
C) Encourage the intake of high-calorie foods such as milkshakes.
D) Keep the patient on a nothing-by-mouth (NPO) order until the nausea subsides.