To Assess for Hemorrhage in a Post Thyroidectomy Patient the Nurse

question 29

Multiple Choice

To assess for hemorrhage in a post thyroidectomy patient the nurse should:

• A) Assess upper chest for the patient positioned in high Fowler position.
• B) Turn the patient to the side to check; the patient must be kept flat in the bed.
• C) Lift up the neck dressing to assess for excessive bleeding.
• D) Examine behind patient's neck and upper back to assess for hemorrhage.

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