Multiple Choice
Which action taken by a nursing student when caring for patient with thyroiditis and a goiter requires that the nurse intervene immediately?
A) The student checks the blood pressure on both arms.
B) The student lowers the thermostat to decrease the temperature in the room.
C) The student palpates the neck to check thyroid size.
D) The student orders nonmedicated eye drops to lubricate the patient's eyes.
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