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Radioactive Iodine Therapy
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ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE A13
Therapeutic Procedure
STUDENT NAME _____________________________________
PROCEDURE NAME ____________________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________
ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE:
Description of Procedure
Indications
Outcomes/Evaluation
CONSIDERATIONS
Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post)
Potential Complications
Client Education
Nursing Interventions
Natalie Navarrete
Radioactive Iodine Therapy
Radioactive iodine (I-131), an isotope of iodine that emits radiation, is used for medical purposes. When a small
dose of I-131 is swallowed, it is absorbed into the bloodstream in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It is concentrated
from the blood by the thyroid gland, where it begins destroying the gland's cells.
Concurrent use of other antithyroid
medications reduces uptake of radioactive
iodine. Also known as Lugol’s Solution.
Monitor for manifestation of radiation
sickness. ( hematemesis, epistaxis , intense
nausea, vomitting).
Maintain a distance of 6 feet from others. D
not prepare food for others or share
utensils.Limit contact with others to 30
minute/day/person.Increase fluid intake
usually 2 to 3 /l/dayDispose of body waste as
instructed (salive, stool, emesis, bronchial
secretions)
Do not share cups, glasses, plates or eating
utensils. Wash items promptly after using. ...
Do not share towels or washcloths.
Flush the toilet twice and rinse the sink and
tub after use.
Wash your towels, bed linens, underwear,
and any clothing stained with urine or sweat.
Radiation sicknessBone marrow
depressionHypothyroidism
Outcomes were determined at 1 year after
the first dose of radioactive iodine therapy
and at a mean follow up of 6.7 years. At one
year after the first dose of radioactive iodine
therapy, 76.6% of patients were hypothyroid,
17% remained hyperthyroid and 5.7% had
normal thyroid function.