A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who had a bronchoscopy 12 hr ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

A. The client reports a sore throat: Mild sore throat is a common and expected side effect following a bronchoscopy due to airway irritation from the scope. It usually resolves within a day or two and does not require urgent intervention. B. The client's temperature is 38.6° C (101.4° F): A mild elevation in temperature can occur after bronchoscopy due to airway irritation or minor inflammatory response. While it should be monitored, it is not immediately life-threatening unless it continues to rise or is accompanied by other infection signs. C. The client's sputum has streaks of blood: Small amounts of blood-tinged sputum are common after bronchoscopy from minor mucosal trauma. It typically resolves quickly and does not indicate severe bleeding unless the volume increases significantly. D. The client has inspiratory stridor: Inspiratory stridor indicates upper airway obstruction, which can be a life-threatening complication following bronchoscopy. Immediate reporting to the provider is necessary for prompt assessment and intervention to maintain airway patency.