After a bronchoscopic examination, the patient must remain NPO until the return of the gag reflex. How can the nurse determine when the gag reflex has returned?
A) Give the patient a sip of water.
B) Ask the patient to swallow.
C) Touch the roof of the mouth with a gloved finger.
D) Touch the back of the throat with a cotton swab.
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