What pre-operative nursing action is especially important for a patient scheduled for thyroidectomy due to thyroid cancer?
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Correct answer: Rapid nodule growth, hoarseness, and node spread
After thyroidectomy, the parathyroid glands may be damaged, causing hypocalcemia; teaching about signs (tingling, numbness, muscle cramps) and neck support is essential.
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