Therefore , it appears that there is no increased danger to eating immediately after surgery . The implications of this study are that the IV can be discontinued sooner and patients can be discharged home quicker than in the past . This will decrease cost to patients and allow them to return to the comforts of their homes faster .

Question: Why would someone want a patient discharged early ?
Answer: They can save money .They can wash their hands of the case .They can do follow - ups at home .None of the above choices .