Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a patient following a bronchoscopy and maintains NPO status for 2 hours.What additional assessment will indicate to the nurse that this patient's risk for aspiration has decreased?
A) Patient is fully awake.
B) Patient asks for a drink.
C) Gag reflex has returned.
D) Preoperative medication has worn off.
Correct Answer:
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