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The Nurse Is Monitoring a Patient 6 Hours After a Thyroidectomy

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The nurse is monitoring a patient 6 hours after a thyroidectomy for cancer. Vital signs are temperature 104°F, pulse 144 beats/min, respirations 24/min, and blood pressure 184/108 mm Hg. Which prescription does the nurse anticipate from the HCP?


A) Aspirin and bedrest
B) Beta blockers and a cooling blanket
C) Epinephrine and compression dressings
D) Diphenhydramine and Fowler's position

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