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A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a complete thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Muscle twitching post-thyroidectomy may indicate hypocalcemia due to parathyroid gland damage, leading to tetany or laryngospasm, which are life-threatening. This is a priority over common postoperative findings like drainage, pain, or nausea.

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