A client is diagnosed with euthyroid goiter. The nurse would expect to administer which of the following?
A) Levothyroxine
B) Methimazole
C) Propylthiouracil
D) Sodium iodide
Ans: A
Feedback:
Euthyroid goiter is treated with thyroid hormones, such as levothyroxine. Methimazole, propylthiouracil, and sodium iodide are used to treat hyperthyroidism.
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