CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS
HYPERTHYROIDISM
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Question
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The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient 24 hours following a partial thyroidectomy for persistent hyperthyroidism. What assessment data should the nurse immediately report to the HCP?
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Change in temperature from 99 F to 100.4 F
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Change in RR from 30 to 22
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Change in pulse oximeter from 93% to 91%
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Change in apical HR from 72 bpm to 94 bpm
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Thyroidectomy requires meticulous postoperative nursing care to prevent complications. Nursing priorities will include managing hyperthyroid state preoperatively, relieving pain, providing information about the surgical procedure, prognosis, and treatment needs, and preventing complications.
Detailed explanation-2: -It is important to monitor both calcium and magnesium levels after total thyroidectomy and to correct deficiencies to facilitate prompt resolution of symptoms.
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