The nurse is preparing to position a patient for a gastroscopy. Which action should the nurse implement before getting the patient into position?
a. Remove the patient's dentures.
b. Suction the oral cavity.
c. Provide a sip of clear fluid.
d. Position the patient upright in bed.
A
The nurse assists the patient in removing dentures before the procedure to protect the dentures, prevent accidental dislodgement, and facilitate patient comfort. Suctioning is not indicated be-fore positioning. The nurse positions the patient in the left lateral Sims' position during the pro-cedure and in the semi-Fowler's or the recovery position after the procedure. The patient should be NPO prior to the procedure.
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