Following a thyroidectomy, a patient complains of "a tingling feeling around my mouth." The nurse will immediately check for

Name: Following a thyroidectomy, a patient complains of "a tingling feeling around my mouth." The nurse will immediately check for
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The patient's symptoms indicate possible hypocalcemia, which can occur secondary to parathyroid injury/removal during thyroidectomy. There is no indication of a need to check the potassium level, the thyroid hormone level, or for bleeding.

Following a Thyroidectomy, a Patient Complains of "A Tingling Feeling