A client is scheduled for a thyroid scan. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client regarding this diagnostic test?
1. Eliminate all salt in the diet.
2. Take nothing by mouth after midnight if I-131 is being used during the test.
3. Continue taking thyroid medication as prescribed.
4. Take nothing by mouth for 45 minutes after receiving intravenous technetium for the test.
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Depending upon the medium being used, instructions to a client prior to having a thyroid scan may differ; however, if the client is having an oral dose of I-131 for the test, the client should be instructed to take nothing by mouth after midnight. Clients who are prescribed medications with iodine may be instructed to stop the medications for 2 weeks prior to the scan. If receiving intravenous technetium for the scan, the client does not need to be kept on a nothing by mouth order. The client should not be instructed to eliminate all salt from the diet. The client may be instructed to discontinue all thyroid medication for 4 to 6 weeks prior to the scan.
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