Which is NOT a sign of postoperative hemorrhage after tonsillectomy?

Which is NOT a sign of postoperative hemorrhage after tonsillectomy?

• A. Frequent swallowing
• B. Restlessness
• C. Bad breath
• D. Euphoria

Answer: (D)

Postoperative hemorrhage after a tonsillectomy shows up as signs of blood loss and airway irritation. Frequent swallowing is a classic cue because it indicates blood moving down the throat and the patient trying to clear it. Restlessness reflects inadequate perfusion from blood loss or airway distress, a warning sign that needs prompt assessment. Bad breath can occur when blood dries in the oropharynx and bacteria act on it, which can accompany bleeding events. Euphoria, a mood state, does not relate to hemorrhage and would not be expected as a sign of postoperative bleeding.

Postoperative hemorrhage after a tonsillectomy shows up as signs of blood loss and airway irritation. Frequent swallowing is a classic cue because it indicates blood moving down the throat and the patient trying to clear it. Restlessness reflects inadequate perfusion from blood loss or airway distress, a warning sign that needs prompt assessment. Bad breath can occur when blood dries in the oropharynx and bacteria act on it, which can accompany bleeding events. Euphoria, a mood state, does not relate to hemorrhage and would not be expected as a sign of postoperative bleeding.