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    ATI Pharmacology Proctored Exam 1 II
    Select All That Apply

    A nurse is caring for a client following a bronchoscopy with moderate sedation.Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleAssessing the gag reflex before offering oral intake is crucial to prevent aspiration. Bronchoscopy with sedation can impair the gag reflex, increasing the risk of choking and aspiration pneumonia. Normal gag reflex is required for safe oral intake.Choice B rationaleListening to breath sounds helps identify potential complications such as bronchospasm or airway obstruction. Bronchoscopy can cause irritation and inflammation, leading to abnormal breath sounds like wheezing or stridor. Early detection allows prompt intervention.Choice C rationaleMonitoring oxygen saturation ensures adequate oxygenation. Sedation and potential airway edema can compromise respiratory function, leading to hypoxemia. Normal oxygen saturation is 95-100%. Continuous monitoring helps detect and address desaturation promptly.Choice D rationaleMonitoring for manifestations of bleeding is vital as bronchoscopy can cause mucosal trauma and bleeding. Signs include hemoptysis, decreased blood pressure, and tachycardia. Early recognition and management of bleeding prevent complications like hemorrhagic shock.Choice E rationaleAssessing the puncture site is not relevant as bronchoscopy is a non-invasive procedure performed through natural airways. No puncture site is created, thus monitoring the puncture site is unnecessary in this context.Choice F rationaleObserving for pneumothorax manifestations is crucial as bronchoscopy can cause lung injury. Symptoms include sudden chest pain and dyspnea. Early detection allows prompt intervention. Pneumothorax may require chest tube insertion to re-expand the lung.

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