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What is the primary reason for encouraging exercise involving large muscle groups in a patient with thyroid surgery?
What is the primary reason for encouraging exercise involving large muscle groups in a patient with thyroid surgery?
- To promote fluid drainage from the periorbital area
- To release nervous tension and restlessness (correct)
- To minimize stress on the surgical site
- To prevent corneal injury
Why is it important to apply artificial tears to a patient with exophthalmos?
Why is it important to apply artificial tears to a patient with exophthalmos?
- To soothe and moisten conjunctival membranes (correct)
- To promote fluid drainage from the periorbital area
- To reduce anxiety and restlessness
- To minimize stress on the surgical site
What is the primary goal of nursing management for a patient with hyperthyroidism?
What is the primary goal of nursing management for a patient with hyperthyroidism?
- To monitor for dysrhythmias and decompensation
- To educate the patient on thyroid hormone production and the sympathetic nervous system
- To provide relief of symptoms and maintain nutritional balance (correct)
- To aggressively treat acute thyrotoxicosis in an intensive care unit
What is the purpose of lightly taping the eyelids shut during sleep in a patient with exophthalmos?
What is the purpose of lightly taping the eyelids shut during sleep in a patient with exophthalmos?
What is the primary reason for administering IV fluids to a patient with hyperthyroidism?
What is the primary reason for administering IV fluids to a patient with hyperthyroidism?
Why is it a challenge to provide adequate rest for a patient with hyperthyroidism?
Why is it a challenge to provide adequate rest for a patient with hyperthyroidism?
What is the benefit of teaching a patient to exercise intraocular muscles after thyroid surgery?
What is the benefit of teaching a patient to exercise intraocular muscles after thyroid surgery?
Why is it important to establish a supportive, trusting relationship with a patient having thyroid surgery?
Why is it important to establish a supportive, trusting relationship with a patient having thyroid surgery?
What is the benefit of providing a calm, quiet room for a patient with hyperthyroidism?
What is the benefit of providing a calm, quiet room for a patient with hyperthyroidism?
What is the primary reason for using light bed coverings and changing the linen frequently in a patient with thyroid surgery?
What is the primary reason for using light bed coverings and changing the linen frequently in a patient with thyroid surgery?
What is the purpose of giving medications that block thyroid hormone production and the sympathetic nervous system?
What is the purpose of giving medications that block thyroid hormone production and the sympathetic nervous system?
Why is it important to monitor a patient with hyperthyroidism for dysrhythmias and decompensation?
Why is it important to monitor a patient with hyperthyroidism for dysrhythmias and decompensation?
What is a common indication for thyroidectomy?
What is a common indication for thyroidectomy?
What percentage of the thyroid gland is typically removed during a subtotal thyroidectomy?
What percentage of the thyroid gland is typically removed during a subtotal thyroidectomy?
What is the primary goal of antithyroid therapy in relation to thyroidectomy?
What is the primary goal of antithyroid therapy in relation to thyroidectomy?
What type of thyroidectomy is suitable for patients with small nodules?
What type of thyroidectomy is suitable for patients with small nodules?
What is the primary reason for performing a total thyroidectomy?
What is the primary reason for performing a total thyroidectomy?
What is the primary benefit of a minimally invasive endoscopic or robotic thyroidectomy?
What is the primary benefit of a minimally invasive endoscopic or robotic thyroidectomy?
What is a potential complication of thyroidectomy that may require immediate tracheostomy?
What is a potential complication of thyroidectomy that may require immediate tracheostomy?
Why may the patient experience difficulty in talking after thyroidectomy?
Why may the patient experience difficulty in talking after thyroidectomy?
What is the purpose of placing the patient in a semi-Fowler's position after thyroidectomy?
What is the purpose of placing the patient in a semi-Fowler's position after thyroidectomy?
Which of the following is a sign of tetany secondary to hypoparathyroidism?
Which of the following is a sign of tetany secondary to hypoparathyroidism?
What is the primary reason for assessing the patient frequently for signs of hemorrhage or tracheal compression after thyroidectomy?
What is the primary reason for assessing the patient frequently for signs of hemorrhage or tracheal compression after thyroidectomy?
Why is it important to monitor calcium levels after thyroidectomy?
Why is it important to monitor calcium levels after thyroidectomy?
What is the primary purpose of monitoring thyroid hormone balance after thyroid surgery?
What is the primary purpose of monitoring thyroid hormone balance after thyroid surgery?
What is the recommended frequency of seafood consumption to promote thyroid function?
What is the recommended frequency of seafood consumption to promote thyroid function?
What is the effect of high environmental temperatures on thyroid regeneration?
What is the effect of high environmental temperatures on thyroid regeneration?
What is the purpose of teaching the patient about the signs and symptoms of thyroid failure?
What is the purpose of teaching the patient about the signs and symptoms of thyroid failure?
What is the consequence of excess iodine intake on thyroid function?
What is the consequence of excess iodine intake on thyroid function?
Why is it important to substantially reduce caloric intake after thyroid surgery?
Why is it important to substantially reduce caloric intake after thyroid surgery?
What is the importance of regular exercise in promoting thyroid function?
What is the importance of regular exercise in promoting thyroid function?
What is the lifelong necessity for a patient who has undergone a complete thyroidectomy?
What is the lifelong necessity for a patient who has undergone a complete thyroidectomy?