Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
The client is scheduled for a bronchoscopy. Which priority action should the nurse plan to implement?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Bronchoscopy is a procedure in which the primary health care provider uses a fiber-optic bronchoscope for direct visualization of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi. Because the procedure is invasive, it requires obtaining informed consent from the client. It is unnecessary to inquire about allergies to shellfish before this procedure because contrast dye is not injected. The client is kept NPO for at least 6 hours before the procedure. There is also no need for prophylactic antibiotics.