While Preparing a Patient for a Bronchoscopy, the Nurse Ensures

question 23

Multiple Choice

While preparing a patient for a bronchoscopy, the nurse ensures the suction equipment is available. Why is the nurse taking this precaution?

• A) There is a high risk of a reaction to medications used for sedation.
• B) Laryngospasm and respiratory distress could follow this test.
• C) Suction equipment should always be available.
• D) Pulmonary embolus is a complication following this test.

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