A Patient with Hyperthyroidism Is Prescribed Propylthiouracil (PTU)

question 27

Multiple Choice

A patient with hyperthyroidism is prescribed propylthiouracil (PTU) . The nurse includes which formation about the mechanism of action of this medication in the teaching plan?

• A)Diverts iodine pathways
• B)Causes formation of thyroid antibodies
• C)Decreases the vascularity of the thyroid gland
• D)Blocks iodine from binding with thyroglobulin

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Definitions:

Recency Effect

is the cognitive phenomenon where the most recently presented items or experiences are more likely to be remembered than those presented earlier.

Superimposing

The process of laying or placing one thing over another, typically so that both are still evident.

Patterning

The recurring or organized arrangement of elements in a particular sequence or design.