Which of these explanations regarding the postoperative period is the priority for a nurse to give to a patient who is scheduled to have a thyroidectomy?
A) "Avoid the use of iodized salt after your procedure."
B) "Plastic surgery may be required to conceal the surgical scar."
C) "Use iodized salt when preparing foods."
D) "Perform neck flexion and extension exercises twice daily for several weeks postoperatively."
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