A client is recovering from a bronchoscopy. Which assessment finding should be reported to the health care provider? (Select all that apply.)
1. Wheezing
2. Chest pain
3. Sore throat
4. Bloody sputum
5. Shortness of breath
Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5
1. It is important to report wheezing to the doctor.
2. It is important to report chest pain to the doctor.
3. A sore throat is expected after a bronchoscopy.
4. It is important to report bloody sputum to the doctor.
5. It is important to report shortness of breath to the doctor.
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