The nurse is caring for a client with a chronic cough who has had a bronchoscopy. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the nursing care plan after the procedure?
A) Elevate the head of the bed to 80-90 degrees.
B) Keep the client NPO until the gag reflex returns.
C) Place on bed rest for at least 4 hours postbronchoscopy.
D) Notify the health care provider about blood-tinged mucus.
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