The nurse is caring for a patient who has undergone a thyroidectomy. Which patient complaint is highest priority requiring further evaluation?
a. Pain at surgical site
b. Thirst
c. Hoarseness
d. Nausea
ANS: C
Thyroidectomy involves a surgical incision in the anterior neck. Hoarseness may be a sign of airway edema. A patent airway is always a priority of care for any post-operative patient. General anesthesia is used for this surgery requiring insertion of an artificial airway, therefore throat irritation and thirst is expected. Nausea may be a side effect from anesthesia. Pain is expected at the surgical site.
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