Patients with Hyperthyroidism Should Be Assessed and Monitored for an Abnormally

Multiple Choice

Patients with hyperthyroidism should be assessed and monitored for an abnormally elevated resting pulse rate,elevated systolic blood pressure,and cardiac symptoms.Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac complication of hyperthyroidism.An example of a nursing action during the nursing assessment phase would be:

A) ask the patient if he/she is a vocalist and concerned about the postoperative effect of surgery on the voice.
B) confirm whether anticoagulation medication is being taken.
C) note the patient's muscle strength,elimination patterns,and history of weight loss.
D) note signs of anxiety and issues related to body image concerns with neck surgery.