NCLEX PN Practice Tests Practice Question
The afternoon following a thyroidectomy, the client experiences all of the following. Which one indicates to the nurse that the client is experiencing a serious complication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: After a thyroidectomy, monitoring for complications is crucial. Sudden hoarseness (D) can indicate damage to the vocal cords or recurrent laryngeal nerve injury, which are serious complications requiring immediate attention.
A sore throat (A) is a common postoperative symptom and not typically alarming. Pain at the surgical site (B) is expected following surgery and usually manageable with analgesics. A temperature of 100.2°F (C) may suggest a mild inflammatory response but is not necessarily indicative of a serious complication. In contrast, sudden hoarseness warrants further evaluation to prevent potential airway issues.
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