Question

A nurse is providing teaching for a client who is scheduled to undergo moderate sedation for a bronchoscopy. The nurse should verify that the client inderstands the procedure when the client states which of the following?

a) "I will need to complete a bowel prep the day before the procedure."
b) "I will drink plenty of fluids the morning of the procedure."
c) "I can eat as soon as the procedure is over."
d) "I can expect to feel sleepy for several hours after the procedure."

Answer 1

The client understands the procedure when they state that they can expect to feel sleepy for several hours after the procedure.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should verify that the client understands the procedure when the client states, ”I can expect to feel sleepy for several hours after the procedure.” This statement shows that the client understands that moderate sedation will be used during the bronchoscopy procedure, and feeling sleepy is a common side effect of sedation.