When preparing the patient for a bronchoscopy, the nurse should: ...

[jparksx]

When preparing the patient for a bronchoscopy, the nurse should:
 
  a. instruct the patient to hold his or her breath during the procedure.
  b. instruct the patient to remain NPO 24 hours before the procedure.
  c. obtain informed consent after premedicating the patient.
  d. reassure the patient that he or she will be able to breathe during the procedure.

Question 2

A nurse communicates with a patient by maintaining eye contact and through the use of touch. The nurse is demonstrating the use of what type of communication?
 
  a. Verbal
  b. Persuasive
  c. Directive
  d. Nonverbal

[cclemon1]

Answer to Question 1

D
The nurse should reassure a patient before a bronchoscopy that they will be able to breathe during the procedure. The patient is instructed to remain NPO after midnight (4 to 8 hours) before the procedure. Informed consent must be obtained before the patient is premedicated.

Answer to Question 2

D
Messages transmitted without the use of words (either oral or written) constitute nonverbal communication. Nonverbal cues include tone and rate of voice, volume of speech, eye contact, physical appearance, and use of touch.