Patients with hyperthyroidism should be assessed and monitored for an abnormally elevated resting pulse rate,elevated systolic blood pressure,and cardiac symptoms.Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac complication of hyperthyroidism.An example of a nursing action during the nursing assessment phase would be to:
A) determine if muscle weakness or atrophy is present.
B) confirm whether anticoagulation medication is being taken.
C) monitor core temperature.
D) observe for seizures.

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Studies show that patients with overactive thyroid conditions have an increased risk of various heart problems,particularly atrial fibrillation,that may lead to premature death.Atrial fibrillation can cause blood clots to form from the continuous blood turbulence in the atria.The perioperative nurse should determine whether anticoagulant and thyroid medications are being taken by the patient.The patient's baseline vital signs should be noted for an abnormally elevated resting pulse rate,elevated systolic blood pressure,and cardiac symptoms,such as palpitations or atrial fibrillation.

Patients with Hyperthyroidism Should Be Assessed and Monitored for an Abnormally