A pregnant client is receiving treatment for hyperthyroidism. Which of the following medications would the nurse expect to see?
1. Levothyroxine
2. Methimazole
3. Propylthiouracil
4. Radioactive iodine
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Propylthiouracil (PTU) is the drug of choice for treating hyperthyroidism in a pregnant or breastfeeding client. Radioactive iodine and methimazole are treatments for nonpregnant clients with hyperthyroidism. Levothyroxine is used to treat hypothyroidism.
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