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gbarreiro

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A nurse caring for a client who is receiving warfarin (Coumadin) will monitor for signs of bleeding if which of the following thyroid hormone-regulating drugs is initiated? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Propylthiouracil (PTU)
  B) Desiccated thyroid (Armour Thyroid)
  C) Liotrix (Thyrolar)
  D) Methimazole (Tapazole)
  E) Liothyronine (Triostat)

Question 2

A nurse is providing care to a client with hyperthyroidism. Which treatment modalities would the nurse anticipate being used? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Levothyroxine (Synthroid)
  B) Methimazole (Tapazole)
  C) Radioactive iodine (131I)
  D) Propylthiouracil (PTU)
  E) Subtotal thyroidectomy


Missbam101

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

Ans: A, B, C, D, E
Feedback:
All of the thyroid hormone replacement drugs and methimazole (Tapazole) and propylthiouracil (PTU) can increase the risk for bleeding, especially in clients taking warfarin (Coumadin).

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C, D, E
Feedback:
Methimazole (Tapazole), propylthiouracil (PTU), radioactive iodine (131I), and subtotal thyroidectomy are treatment modalities used in the treatment of clients with hyperthyroidism.


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