A patient 6 hours after a thyroidectomy has a temperature of 104°F,pulse 144 beats per minute,respirations 24 per minute,and blood pressure 184/108 mm Hg.Which orders should the nurse anticipate being prescribed for this patient?

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If thyrotoxic crisis occurs,treatment is first directed toward relieving the life-threatening symptoms.Acetaminophen is given for the fever.IV fluids and a cooling blanket may be ordered to cool the patient.A beta-adrenergic blocker,such as propranolol,is given for tachycardia.A.Aspirin is avoided because it binds with the same serum protein as T?,freeing additional T? into the circulation.C.Epinephrine will make symptoms worse.Compression dressing on the thyroid could impair the airway.D.Benadryl and Fowler's position do not address the problem.

A Patient 6 Hours After a Thyroidectomy Has a Temperature