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kellyjaisingh

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient with Graves disease exhibits tachycardia, heat intolerance, and exophthalmos. Prior to surgery, which drug is used to alter thyroid hormone levels?
 
  a. Liotrix (Thyrolar)
  b. Propranolol (Inderal)
  c. Propylthiouracil (PTU)
  d. Thyroid (Thyrotab)

Question 2

A patient is taking prednisolone and fludrocortisone (Florinef). When teaching this patient about dietary intake, the nurse will instruct the patient to consume a diet
 
  a. high in carbohydrates.
  b. high in fat.
  c. high in protein.
  d. low in potassium.


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Chelseyj.hasty

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Propylthiouracil is a potent antithyroid drug used in preparation for a subtotal thyroidectomy. Liotrix and thyroid are used as thyroid replacement. Propranolol is used to treat hypertension associated with hyperthyroidism.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Patients receiving fludrocortisone are at risk for negative nitrogen balance and should consume a high-protein diet.


kellyjaisingh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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