A client several hours after thyroidectomy reports tingling around the mouth and fingers. What complication should the nurse suspect?

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B. Hypocalcemia from parathyroid injury — Perioral numbness and tingling after thyroidectomy suggest hypocalcemia, often related to inadvertent parathyroid injury or removal.

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A. Hyperkalemia

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C. Hyperglycemia

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D. Metabolic acidosis