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A graduate nurse reminds a client who just had a laryngoscopy not to take anything by mouth until instructed to do so. What conclusion should be made about this intervention by the nurse preceptor who is evaluating the performance of the graduate nurse?

ExplanationB. Oral intake should not be attempted until return of the gag reflex because the client could aspirate. A. Although some slight irritation may occur following this test, there are usually no painful sequelae; oral intake would not be withheld because of painful swallowing, although the consistency of food may be changed. C, D. This is not a correct statement; there are additional factors that must be considered.