The nurse is teaching an older patient before a bronchoscopy.What information is the most important for the patient to know to prevent a possible postprocedure complication?
A) Deep breathe during the insertion of the bronchoscope for easy passage of the scope.
B) Do not eat or drink anything after the procedure until the nurse says it is safe to drink.
C) Turn on your right side while the bronchoscope is passed through the nose and throat.
D) Avoid food and fluids for at least 8 hours before the procedure.
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