A Patient with a Chronic Cough Has a Bronchoscopy

question 22

Multiple Choice

A patient with a chronic cough has a bronchoscopy.After the procedure,which intervention by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) Elevate the head of the bed to 80 to 90 degrees.
• B) Keep the patient NPO until the gag reflex returns.
• C) Place on bed rest for at least 4 hours after bronchoscopy.
• D) Notify the health care provider about blood-tinged mucus.

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