The client in the situation recently underwent a total thyroidectomy--the removal of the entire thyroid gland; hence, iatrogenic hypoparathyroidism resulted. If a person is suffering from iatrogenic hypoparathyroidism, the attending nurse will notice the following findings:a. muscle spasm in the face known as the Chvostek's sign;b. muscle spasm in the arm upon taking the blood pressure known as the Trousseau's sign;c. burning or tingling sensation of lips, fingertips, and toes known as Paresthesia;d. cramps in the face, abdominal area, legs, and feet; ande. fatigue or weakness
I'm pretty sure the answer would be: If the person is upright, carefully ease the person to the floor. this is of course after calling 911, followed by looking for the object lodged in the persons throat.
