A Client Is Admitted with a Chemical Injury to the Esophagus

A client is admitted with a chemical injury to the esophagus after ingestion of an alkaline substance.The client states,"I am having trouble breathing because of these air bubbles in my neck." Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) Continue assessing the client while another nurse calls the health care provider.
B) Ask the client to rate the pain and prepare to administer pain medication.
C) Have the client cough and deep breathe, then assess his or her lung sounds.
D) Give the client small sips of water to see whether he or she has dysphagia.