16. A child is diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. Which agent would the nurse expect the physician to prescribe?
A) Mineralocorticoid
B) Methimazole
C) Levothyroxine
D) Dexamethasone
Ans: B
Methimazole is an antithyroid drug that is used to treat hyperthyroidism. Mineralocorticoid is used to treat adrenal insufficiency. Levothyroxine is used to treat hypothyroidism. Dexamethasone is used to treat congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
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