What is the appropriate action of the nurse when assessing for hemorrhage in a post-thyroidectomy patient?
A) Assess upper chest for the patient positioned in high Fowler position.
B) Turn the patient to the side to check; the patient must be kept flat in the bed.
C) Lift up the neck dressing to assess for excessive bleeding.
D) Examine behind patient's neck and upper back to assess for hemorrhage.
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