Reduction of Risk Potential Q 10

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The client has recently returned from having a thyroidectomy. The nurse should keep which of the following at the bedside?

  

     A. A tracheostomy set

     B. A padded tongue blade

     C. An endotracheal tube

     D. An airway

    

    

Correct Answer: A. A tracheotomy set

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The client who has recently had a thyroidectomy is at risk for tracheal edema.

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Option B: A padded tongue blade is used for seizures and not for the client with tracheal edema.

Options C and D: If the client experiences tracheal edema, the endotracheal tube or airway will not correct the problem.

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