The nurse is caring for a patient with recurrent hemoptysis who has undergone a bronchoscopy. Immediately following the procedure, the nurse should complete which of the following? a) Ensure the patient remains moderately sedated to decrease anxiety. b) Assess the patient for a cough reflex. c) Instruct the patient that bed rest must be maintained for 2 hours. d) Offer the patient ice chips.
The nurse is caring for a patient with recurrent hemoptysis who has undergone a bronchoscopy. Immediately following the procedure, the nurse should complete which of the following?
a) Ensure the patient remains moderately sedated to decrease anxiety.
b) Assess the patient for a cough reflex.
c) Instruct the patient that bed rest must be maintained for 2 hours.
d) Offer the patient ice chips.