The Nurse Is Reviewing Postoperative Care for a Patient Scheduled

The nurse is reviewing postoperative care for a patient scheduled for a thyroidectomy. What information should the nurse include in this teaching?

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."