An Older Adult Client with Hyperthyroidism Is Not a Candidate

question 43

Multiple Choice

An older adult client with hyperthyroidism is not a candidate for surgery.Which treatment could be used to quickly reduce the clinical manifestations that the client is experiencing as a result of the disorder?

• A) Nothing, because there is little effect on the quality of life in older adults.
• B) A partial thyroidectomy
• C) The ingestion of radioactive sodium iodine, I131
• D) A combination treatment with levothyroid (Synthroid) and amiodarone (Cordarone)

Analyze imagery representing different realms and stories in East Asian artifacts.

Identify artists behind significant East Asian handscroll scenes.

Understand the use of color symbolism in East Asian painting according to historical texts.

Recognize the materials and craftsmanship in creating East Asian artifacts.

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