Twelve Hours After a Total Thyroidectomy,the Client Develops Stridor

question 8

Multiple Choice

Twelve hours after a total thyroidectomy,the client develops stridor.Which is the nurse's priority intervention?

• A) Reassure the client that the voice change is temporary.
• B) Document the finding and assess the client hourly.
• C) Hyperextend the client's neck and apply oxygen.
• D) Prepare for emergency tracheostomy and call the health care provider.

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