Tag: Postoperative nausea

According to modern Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols, consuming a carbohydrate-rich drink like Gatorade before a procedure can significantly improve patient outcomes. This might seem counterintuitive to the traditional 'nothing by mouth' (NPO) rule, but it is a cornerstone of new, evidence-based practices designed to minimize surgical stress and accelerate healing.

Over 25% of patients undergoing general anesthesia experience postoperative nausea and vomiting, but this is just one cause. So, does dextrose help with nausea, and under what circumstances is it actually beneficial? The answer depends heavily on the root cause of the nausea and how the dextrose is administered.