A Client Has Undergone a Complete Thyroidectomy

question 19

Multiple Choice

A client has undergone a complete thyroidectomy.Which statement by the client indicates that further instruction is needed?

• A) "I may need calcium replacement after surgery."
• B) "After surgery, I won't need to take thyroid medication."
• C) "I'll need to take thyroid hormones for life."
• D) "I can receive pain medication if I feel that I need it."

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