The care of a patient who underwent a hypophysectomy,during which the entire pituitary was removed,would include:
A) Maintaining strict intake and output fluids.
B) Keeping the patient flat in bed for the first 24 hours.
C) Withholding analgesics to assess the level of consciousness.
D) Providing mouth care with thorough cleansing of the oral cavity.
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