The client is scheduled for a bronchoscopy. The client states that they are mildly anxious but is afraid of "going to sleep and never waking up." Which type of anesthesia would be most appropriate for the client?

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Conscious sedation is most appropriate for a client who is mildly anxious and fears "going to sleep and never waking up" during a bronchoscopy. It allows the client to be sedated yet remain awake and able to follow commands, reducing the fear associated with general anesthesia.

The Client Is Scheduled for a Bronchoscopy