ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2019 with NGN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client for a positive Chvostek's sign following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following areas on the client's head should the nurse tap to assess the client for tetany?

Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tapping 2 cm in front of the ear over the facial nerve tests for Chvostek's sign, indicating hypocalcemia post-thyroidectomy.
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