The young man who had a bronchoscopy 1 hour ago asks when he can eat. Which response would be most helpful?
a. In 24 hours, but must take cold liquids for the rest of the day
b. If there is no blood in his sputum
c. In 8 hours after a period of nothing by mouth
d. When the gag reflex returns
ANS: D
Following a bronchoscopy, the patient can eat as soon as the gag reflex returns, usually in about 2 hours.
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1. "It's just a habit I got into a while ago." 2. "It helps me focus on whether to do a complete physical assessment." 3. "Culture is a determinant of how women interpret and respond to violence." 4. "If I know more about her I can refer her to a shelter that caters to her ethnic group."