The Patient Has Severe Hyperthyroidism and Will Have Surgery Tomorrow

question 3

Multiple Choice

The patient has severe hyperthyroidism and will have surgery tomorrow. What assessment is most important for the nurse to assess in order to detect development of the acid-base imbalance for which the patient has highest risk?

• A) Urine output and color
• B) Level of consciousness
• C) Heart rate and blood pressure
• D) Lung sounds in lung bases

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