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May we give food orally during intravenous fluide intake to the patient .
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It depends: It depends on the reasons for the iv. In some cases, the patient needs to have nothing by mouth at all. Please ask the physician who is treating you -- s/he can provide a response that comes from knowing your case and health conditions.
Answered 12/28/2013
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Usually: Ask the doctor who put you on the IV fluids.
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