Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has just had a bronchoscopy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A bronchoscopy can impair the gag reflex due to local anesthesia, increasing aspiration risk. Withholding food and liquids until the gag reflex returns prevents aspiration. Routine irrigation, prolonged silence, or frequent suctioning are not indicated.