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A nurse is planning care for a client who has hyperthyroidism and is receiving radioactive iodine (radioiodine). Which of the following statements by the nurse regarding special precautions is appropriate?

A.

"You will need to use a bathroom separate from other household members."

B.

"You will need to remain at the hospital for the entire time the radioiodine is radioactive."

C.

"A low fiber diet will be necessary."

D.

"Additional Immunizations will be needed for full protection."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. "You will need to use a bathroom separate from other household members." This prevents others from exposure to radioiodine through bodily fluids. Radioiodine is excreted primarily through urine and to a lesser extent through saliva and sweat, necessitating separate bathroom use to minimize radiation exposure to others.

B. "You will need to remain at the hospital for the entire time the radioiodine is radioactive." Most RAI treatments for hyperthyroidism are done on an outpatient basis.

C. "A low fiber diet will be necessary." Unrelated to radioiodine treatment. There is no specific dietary restriction related to fiber for RAI treatment.

D. "Additional Immunizations will be needed for full protection." Not relevant to radioiodine treatment.  Radioiodine treatment does not require additional immunizations.


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. "I feel angry when you leave me." Asserts feelings without blaming or threatening.

B. "I wish you would not make me angry." Implies blame and places responsibility on the other person.

C. "It makes me angry when you interrupt me." Asserts feelings without blaming.

D. "You'd better listen to me." Implies a threat and demands compliance. Aggressive communication involves imposing demands or threats on others.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Xerostomia: Dry mouth, not typically associated with DIC.

B. Bradycardia: Not typically seen in DIC; usually, there is tachycardia due to the underlying condition.

C. Epistaxis. Epistaxis is a common physical finding in DIC due to bleeding tendencies. DIC leads to consumption of clotting factors and platelets, resulting in bleeding manifestations like epistaxis.

D. Hypertension: Hypotension is more common due to widespread clotting and bleeding.

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