Thyroidectomy: Patient Postoperative Instructions and ...

POST-OP THYROIDECTOMY NURSING CARE VS, I&O, IV , Semifowlers , Support head , Avoid tension on sutures . Pain meds, analgesic lozengers , Humidified oxygen, suction . First fluids: cold/ice, tolerated best, then soft diet . Limited talking , hoarseness common . Assess for voice changes: injury to the recurrent laryngeal nerve ................
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