Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
Full-length
An 8-year-old client is returned to the recovery room after a bronchoscopy. The nurse should position the client
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Semi-FowlerÔÇÖs position (30┬░ÔÇô45┬░ elevation) promotes lung expansion and reduces the risk of airway obstruction or aspiration post-bronchoscopy. Prone (B) limits respiratory assessment, neck extension (C) risks airway obstruction, and supine (D) is less optimal for breathing.