A nurse is caring for a client who is to undergo a subtotal thyroidectomy. Which of the following items should the nurse place at the client's bedside?

A. Tuning fork: A tuning fork is used to assess hearing or vibratory sensation in neurological exams. It is not relevant to thyroid surgery or airway management. B. Vacuum assisted wound device: This device is used for complex or large wounds requiring negative-pressure therapy. A standard thyroidectomy incision typically does not require this intervention. C. Tracheostomy kit: After a subtotal thyroidectomy, there is a risk of airway compromise from swelling, hemorrhage, or laryngeal nerve injury. Having a tracheostomy kit at the bedside ensures immediate intervention is possible if airway obstruction occurs. D. Thoracotomy set: Thoracotomy instruments are used for major chest surgery and are not indicated for a thyroidectomy. This equipment is unnecessary for routine postoperative care in thyroid surgery.