On the First Postoperative Day Following a Total Thyroidectomy,the Nurse

question 30

Multiple Choice

On the first postoperative day following a total thyroidectomy,the nurse assesses signs that indicate a developing "thyroid storm," which are: (Select all that apply.)

• A)rising temperature (over 101° F).
• B)pulse dropping below 60.
• C)brief attention span.
• D)apprehension and restlessness.
• E)respirations below 14.

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