Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
Simulated
After a diagnostic work-up, a 56-year-old male client was diagnosed with a duodenal ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori infection. After treatment, the client is to have an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). Which teaching should the nurse reinforce?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Waiting for the gag reflex to return prevents aspiration post-EGD.