A Patient with Hyperthyroidism Is in the Hospital Waiting for Surgery

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient with hyperthyroidism is in the hospital waiting for surgery to remove the thyroid gland.This patient has all of the following conditions.For which condition does the nurse notify the prescriber immediately?

• A) High level of anxiety about having surgery on the neck
• B) Temperature increase of 2 \(\circ\) F
• C) Pulse pressure decrease of 10 mm Hg
• D) Increased bowel sounds and flatulence

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