Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client scheduled for a thyroidectomy. The primary healthcare provider (PHCP) prescribes potassium iodide. The nurse understands that this medication is intended to do which of the following?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Potassium iodide reduces thyroid gland size and vascularity pre-thyroidectomy, decreasing surgical bleeding risk. It does not prevent agranulocytosis, hypocalcemia, or affect blood glucose directly.