The patient has been given an antithyroid drug called propylthiouracil.Appropriate nursing implementations include:
A) Using special radioactive precautions for her urine for the first 24 hours.
B) Monitoring her vital signs and withholding the medications if her pulse is >100 beats/min.
C) Teaching her to watch for and report any signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism or infections.
D) Keeping her on a low-calorie, low-protein diet.
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