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Thyroidectomy (Preop Teaching by Nursing)See Surgical Protocol: Thyroidectomy and Thyroid Lobectomy
What does the nurse need to monitor in the first 24 hours following thyroid surgery?Hypocalcaemia symptoms are usually manifested 24 to 72 hours after thyroid surgery • Monitor airway of patient for any stridor, change in vocalisation, especially in the first 24 hours • Monitor drain site for excess bleeding, swelling and / or haematoma.
What is the priority nursing assessment for a client Post op thyroidectomy?Thyroidectomy requires meticulous postoperative nursing care to prevent complications. Nursing priorities will include managing hyperthyroid state preoperatively, relieving pain, providing information about the surgical procedure, prognosis, and treatment needs, and preventing complications.
What do you monitor after thyroidectomy?It is important to monitor both calcium and magnesium levels after total thyroidectomy and to correct deficiencies to facilitate prompt resolution of symptoms.
What is the most important complication to monitor when caring for a patient after thyroidectomy?Hypocalcemia is the most frequent, symptomatic or asymptomatic, rebleeding with hematoma, laryngeal nerve injury, acute pain or infection as the most important. There is a series of care that favors the early detection of these and other things.
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