After receiving a bolus dose of hydrocortisone, the healthca…

After receiving a bolus dose of hydrocortisone, the healthcare provider orders a 200 mg IV hydrocortisone drip over 12 hours.  The 200 mg of hydrocortisone is in a 1000 mL bag of fluid.  At what hourly rate should the nurse administer this medication? Round to the nearest whole number.

The nurse instructs a client scheduled for a subtotal thyroi…

The nurse instructs a client scheduled for a subtotal thyroidectomy about administration of propylthioracil and non radioactive iodine solution prior to the procedure.  The client asks the nurse “Why do I need to take these medications before surgery?”  What should the nurse include in their answer to the client?