The Nurse Explains to the Patient That the Presurgical Protocol

The nurse explains to the patient that the presurgical protocol of antithyroid drugs is given to: (Select all that apply.)

A) Decrease the level of hormone in the blood before surgery.
B) Help reduce the risk of hemorrhage during surgery.
C) Decrease the threat of a thyroid storm.
D) Reduce exophthalmia.
E) Increase weight.