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Chapter 4 MedSurg Questions and Answers with verified solutions A clear liquid diet can be consumed up to 3 hours before surgery in elective cases. What does that consist of? - ANS -tea, black coffee, apple juice, or carbonated beverages Can a confused patient sign a consent form? - ANS -No, the patient must be mentally competent and give consent freely and with coercion Food and fluids will be restricted up to how many hours prior to surgery? - ANS -8 hours Name the 3 stages of ge...