Multiple Choice
A patient with a chronic cough has a bronchoscopy.After the procedure,which intervention by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) Elevate the head of the bed to 80 to 90 degrees.
B) Keep the patient NPO until the gag reflex returns.
C) Place on bed rest for at least 4 hours after bronchoscopy.
D) Notify the health care provider about blood-tinged mucus.
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