Author Question: Which statement applies to the use of antithyroid drugs? a. They are safe for use in nursing ... (Read 24 times)

aabwk4 · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

Which statement applies to the use of antithyroid drugs?

a. They are safe for use in nursing mothers.
b. They are safe for use during pregnancy.
c. They are unsafe for use during pregnancy and by nursing mothers.
d. They must be used during pregnancy to prevent thyroid abnormalities in the fetus.

Question 2

In monitoring a client receiving iodine-based antithyroid medications, the nurse should be alert for which adverse effects of this therapy:

a. rapid pulse rate and pretibial edema.
b. sore throat and increase in body weight.
c. soreness of gums and excessive salivation.
d. increased appetite and difficulty sleeping.

itsakadoozi · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is a false statement about antithyroid medications.
B Incorrect: This is a false statement about antithyroid medications.
C Correct: This is a true statement concerning the use of antithyroid medications during pregnancy and lactation.
D Incorrect: This is a false statement about antithyroid medications.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of this therapy.
B Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of this therapy.
C Correct: These are manifestations of iodism, an adverse effect of iodine-based therapy.
D Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of this therapy.