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stock · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

What should the nurse instruct a client who is prescribed propylthiouracil (PTU)?

Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. A rash can occur when taking this medication.
2. Contact your health care provider with any changes in urine output at home.
3. You might experience a headache.
4. You might experience vertigo when taking this medication.
5. Nausea and vomiting are side effects of this medication.

Question 2

What foods should the nurse instruct a client to avoid when taking thyroid replacement medication?

Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Soy sauce
2. Yogurt
3. Milk
4. Strawberries
5. Red meat

meganmoser117 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Serious hypersensitivity reactions are rare but may be serious and include rash.
Rationale 2: Serious hypersensitivity reactions are rare but may be serious and include glomerulonephritis. The nurse should instruct the client to alert the health care provider with any changes in urine output.
Rationale 3: The client may have headaches when taking this medication.
Rationale 4: Vertigo is an adverse effect of this medication.
Rationale 5: Nausea and vomiting are not adverse effects of this medication.
Global Rationale: Serious hypersensitivity reactions are rare but may be serious and include rash and glomerulonephritis. The nurse should instruct the client to alert the health care provider with any changes in urine output. Headaches and vertigo are also adverse effects. Nausea and vomiting are not adverse effects of this medication.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Foods that contain soy should be avoided.
Rationale 2: Yogurt contains iodine and should be avoided.
Rationale 3: Milk contains iodine and salt and should be avoided.
Rationale 4: Strawberries contain iodine and salt and should be avoided.
Rationale 5: Red meat does not need to be avoided by the client taking thyroid replacement medication.
Global Rationale: Foods that contain soy should be avoided. Foods that may contain iodine, such as yogurt, milk, and strawberries should be avoided. Red meat is not restricted.