Care Plan for Thyroidectomy Care
Category: Post-Operative Care
Assessment
Patient presents with postoperative pain, swelling at the surgical site, and difficulty speaking.
Diagnosis
Risk for impaired tissue integrity related to surgical incision.
Goals
Patient will maintain intact skin and surgical site as evidenced by absence of infection and proper wound healing. Patient will demonstrate effective pain management techniques.
Interventions
Monitor surgical site for signs of infection or poor healing. Administer prescribed pain medications and assess their effectiveness. Educate patient on wound care techniques and signs of infection. Encourage patient to perform gentle neck exercises to improve mobility.
Rationale
These interventions aim to promote wound healing, prevent infection, and manage postoperative pain.
Evaluation
Surgical site integrity and pain management effectiveness will be monitored to assess progress.
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