Which Instruction Would Be Most Important for the Nurse to Give

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which instruction would be most important for the nurse to give to a patient who is scheduled to have a subtotal thyroidectomy?

• A) Report sensations of tingling in toes, fingers, or lips.
• B) Report headache immediately.
• C) Herbal remedies are appropriate for use postoperatively.
• D) Avoid exposure to crowds for several weeks after surgery.

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