A post thyroidectomy patient in the post operative ward complaints of difficulty in breathing. On examination he had stridor and markedly swollen, tense neck. Which one is the first step in the management of this patient ?
A:-Intubate with endotracheal tube
B:-Perform tracheostomy
C:-Open the wound to evacuate the haematoma
D:-Control the bleeding site in the operating room
Answer:C
A post thyroidectomy patient in the post operative ward complaints of difficulty in breathing. On examination he had stridor and markedly swollen, tense neck. Which one is the first step in the management of this patient ?
A:-Intubate with endotracheal tube B:-Perform tracheostomy C:-Open the wound to evacuate the haematoma D:-Control the bleeding site in the operating room