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The patient being treated for hypothyroidism should be instructed to eat well-balanced meals including intake of iodine. Which of the following foods contains iodine?
 
  a. Eggs
  b. Pork
  c. White bread
  d. Skinless chicken

Question 2

What information should be obtained from the patient before an iodine-131 test?
 
  a. Presence of metal in the body
  b. Allergy to sulfa drugs
  c. Status of possible pregnancy
  d. Use of prescription drugs for hypertension


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The hypothyroid diet should be adequate in intake of iodine, in foods such as saltwater fish, milk, and eggs; fluids should be increased to help prevent constipation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Iodine-131 is not a radiation hazard to the nonpregnant patient but is absolutely contraindicated during pregnancy. Pregnant nurses should not care for this patient for several days.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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