Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
A nurse is planning care for a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct answer
B,D
Rationale
The correct answers are B and D. Instructing the client to deep breathe every 4 hours helps prevent respiratory complications post-thyroidectomy. Checking the client's voice every 2 hours is important to monitor for vocal cord damage, a potential complication. Choice A is incorrect as hyperextending the client's neck can put strain on the surgical site. Choice C is incorrect as the head of the bed should be elevated to reduce swelling and promote drainage.