After general anesthesia, keep a patient NPO until their gag reflex/swallowing ability returns.
Nursing Tips / General Anesthesia: Nursing Care January 4, 2024 Updated: March 11, 2025 Cathy Parkes, RN BSN PHN CWCN Share Share Link Close share Copy link After general anesthesia, keep a patient NPO until their gag reflex/swallowing ability returns. Back to blog Leave a comment Name * Email * Comment * Please note, comments need to be approved before they are published.