The nurse in the postanesthesia care area is concerned that a patient recovering from a subtotal thyroidectomy is experiencing postoperative complications. What finding led the nurse to come to this conclusion? Select all that apply.
A. Hoarse voice
B. Heart rate 116 beats per minute
C. Restlessness and irritability
D. Blood pressure 92/56 mmHg
E. High-pitched, squeaky sound with breathing
Answer: E
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