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nil by mouth

phrase

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  1. Synonym of nil per os (“nothing may be eaten or drunk”).

    • Synopsis of After-treatment in all Cases of Perforated Peptic Ulcer.—After recovery from the post-operative shock, raise gradually into high Fowler's position. 1st 24 Hours.—Nil by mouth. Saline with glucose continuously.
    • With total paralysis, the following regime is needed; intravenous nutrition (nil by mouth), eye toilets and protection, attention to pressure areas.
    • Patients suspected of having appendicitis should be kept nil by mouth, to prepare for surgery.

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