The nurse is caring for a patient 6 hours after a thyroidectomy and notes the patient's temperature is 104°F, pulse is 144 beats per minute, respirations are 24 per minute, and blood pressure is 184/108 mm Hg. Which of the following orders does the nurse anticipate?
A) Beta blockers and a cooling blanket
B) Epinephrine and compression dressings
C) Aspirin and bedrest
D) Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and Fowler's position
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