A client with hyperthyroidism is to receive potassium iodide solution before a subtotal thyroidectomy is performed. the nurse concludes that this medication is given to:

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Ross Jacobs · Answer 1 · 2018-05-25T10:40:00+0000

Potassium iodide aids in decreasing the vascularity of the thyroid gland, which limits the risk of hemorrhage when surgery is performed.