The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Just

The nurse is caring for a patient who has just undergone bronchoscopy. The patient states that she is thirsty and requests a drink of water. What is the nurse's best action?

A) Provide ice chips.
B) Check the patient for a gag reflex.
C) Provide a small cup of ice water with a straw.
D) Keep the patient NPO.

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