The nurse is caring for a client scheduled for a bronchoscopy. The client asks what to expect during the recovery period. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?A. "You may experience some sore throat and coughing for a few days after the procedure."B. "You'll need to avoid eating or drinking anything for at least 24 hours following the procedure."C. "You'll be discharged immediately after the procedure and can resume your normal activities."D. "Expect to have difficulty breathing for several days after the procedure."
Question
The nurse is caring for a client scheduled for a bronchoscopy. The client asks what to expect during the recovery period. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?A. "You may experience some sore throat and coughing for a few days after the procedure."B. "You'll need to avoid eating or drinking anything for at least 24 hours following the procedure."C. "You'll be discharged immediately after the procedure and can resume your normal activities."D. "Expect to have difficulty breathing for several days after the procedure."
Solution
The most appropriate response by the nurse would be A. "You may experience some sore throat and coughing for a few days after the procedure." This is because a bronchoscopy involves inserting a tube through the mouth or nose and into the lungs, which can cause some irritation and lead to a sore throat and coughing. The other options are not typically expected after a bronchoscopy. It's not usually necessary to avoid eating or drinking for 24 hours after the procedure, patients are not typically discharged immediately and able to resume normal activities right away, and difficulty breathing for several days would not be a normal expectation and would warrant contacting a healthcare provider.
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