A 5-Year-Old Child Is 3 Hours Postoperative After a Total

question 20

Multiple Choice

A 5-year-old child is 3 hours postoperative after a total thyroidectomy.The nurse notes hand spasms as the blood pressure cuff is inflated,and the child reports numbness around her lips.After notifying the health-care provider,which action by the nurse takes priority?

• A)Bring the crash cart to the room.
• B)Call the laboratory to have blood work drawn.
• C)Prepare to administer oral vitamin D.
• D)Raise the head of the child's bed.

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