Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a client with hyperthyroidism who is being treated with radioactive iodine (RAI) at the clinic. Which of the following information should the nurse provide to the client prior to discharge?
A) Symptoms of hyperthyroidism should be relieved in about a week.
B) Hypothyroidism may occur as the RAI therapy takes effect.
C) Discontinue the antithyroid medications taken before the radioactive therapy.
D) Teach radioactive precautions to use with urine, stool, and other body secretions.
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