A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled to undergo a bronchoscopy.Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?

Choice A rationale

Ensuring the weights hang freely prevents interference with the traction, which helps maintain alignment and reduce pain.

Choice B rationale

Maintaining 6.8 kg (15 lb) of weight is not specific to skin traction and could be inappropriate, as the weight should be based on the physician's orders.

Choice C rationale

Loosening the ropes of the pulleys when repositioning the client can interfere with the effectiveness of the traction.

Choice D rationale

Inspecting the client's skin every 12 hours for signs of breakdown is not frequent enough; skin should be checked more often to prevent complications.

Choice A rationale

Having clear liquids up to 3 hours before the procedure is incorrect. Clients are generally advised to be NPO (nothing by mouth) for a certain period before a bronchoscopy to prevent aspiration.

Choice B rationale

Eating as soon as the procedure is completed is incorrect. Clients need to wait until their gag reflex has returned before eating or drinking to prevent choking or aspiration.

Choice C rationale

Blood-tinged sputum after the procedure is an expected finding. Bronchoscopy can cause minor irritation and bleeding in the airways, leading to blood-tinged sputum.

Choice D rationale

Receiving an injection of radioactive material prior to the procedure is incorrect. This statement confuses bronchoscopy with other diagnostic tests such as a PET scan. Bronchoscopy involves direct visualization of the airways using a bronchoscope. .