Which nutrient would the nurse encourage the patient to consume for thyroid hormone synthesis?

a. Zinc
b. Sodium
c. Iodine
d. Calcium


ANS: C
Iodine, not zinc, sodium, or calcium, is necessary for synthesis of thyroid hormone.

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