A client was exposed to ionizing radiation. The nurse plans to administer which of the following medications?

Name: A client was exposed to ionizing radiation. The nurse plans to administer which of the following medications?
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Potassium-iodine tablets are used to prevent radioactive iodine from entering the thyroid gland and causing damage. Calcium tablets, antibiotics, and salt tablets would not be effective in treating radiation exposure.

A Client Was Exposed to Ionizing Radiation