In monitoring a client receiving iodine-based antithyroid medications, the nurse should be alert for which adverse effects of this therapy:
a. rapid pulse rate and pretibial edema.
b. sore throat and increase in body weight.
c. soreness of gums and excessive salivation.
d. increased appetite and difficulty sleeping.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of this therapy.
B Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of this therapy.
C Correct: These are manifestations of iodism, an adverse effect of iodine-based therapy.
D Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of this therapy.
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