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jeatrice

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on: Jul 16, 2018
A nurse is caring for a 60-year-old client who has recently undergone a thyroidectomy. Which of the following postoperative complications is most critical for the nurse to monitor when caring for this client?
 
  A) Bradycardia
  B) Fever
  C) Difficulty in breathing
  D) Peripheral edema

Question 2

A 46-year-old female client is receiving tamoxifen therapy for breast cancer. What side
  effect should the nurse monitor for in this client?
 
  A) Menorrhagia
  B) Manic episodes
  C) Somnolence
  D) Hot flashes


Chou

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
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The nurse should monitor the client for difficulty in breathing following a thyroidectomy. Edema of the laryngeal area can cause respiratory distress. Bradycardia, fever, and peripheral edema are not complications associated with thyroidectomy. Symptoms, such as tachycardia, anxiety, and an abrupt increase in vital signs, indicate thyrotoxicosisa possible complication of thyroidectomy.

Answer to Question 2

D


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