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What Would Be Most Necessary to Place Postoperatively at the Bedside

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What would be most necessary to place postoperatively at the bedside of the patient with a subtotal thyroidectomy?


Definitions:

Panic

An extreme fear reaction that is triggered even though there is nothing to be afraid of (it is essentially a “false alarm”).

GABA

A neurotransmitter in the brain known for its role in inhibiting nerve transmissions, contributing to calming nervous activity.

Neurotransmitter System

A set of mechanisms within the nervous system that involves the synthesis, release, and reception of neurotransmitters to communicate between neurons.

Anxiety Response

A psychological and physiological response to stress characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure.

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