A thyroidectomy can place the client at risk for life-threatening complications. The nurse should monitor this client for:
a. severe bradycardia. c. thyroid storm.
b. malignant hyperthermia. d. bleeding.
ANS: C, D
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Correct c. and d. Thyroid storm and bleeding are the two serious complications associated with a thyroidectomy.
Incorrect a. and b. These are not associated with a thyroidectomy.
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