Hyperthyroidism is recovering from appendectomy

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Your patient with a known history of hyperthyroidism is recovering from an appendectomy. They are presenting with tachycardia, fever, and anxiety. What is the MOST likely diagnosis? Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) Myxedema Hypercalcemia Acute thyrotoxicosis (thyroid storm)

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