The client arrives in the intensive care unit after a bronchoscopy. Which client assessment is the nurse's priority?
1. Gag reflex
2. Level of sedation
3. Circulatory status
4. Respiratory status
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4. Respiratory status is the priority assessment in the immediate postprocedure period because bronchoscopy includes manipulation of a scope through the trachea and bronchi potentially stimulating bronchospasm, laryngospasm, and respiratory distress.
1. The nurse assesses the gag reflex before administering anything by mouth.
2. After the respiratory and cardiovascular assessments, the nurse assesses the client's neurological status and sedation level to monitor for return of function.
3. Cardiovascular status, or circulation, is the next client priority on the hierarchy of needs.
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