Which statement describes what the nurse would teach a patient who has a first-time prescription for the antithyroid drug propylthiouracil?

A  “This drug is given to raise the thyroid hormone levels in your blood.”
“Take the medication along with a meal to prevent stomach upset.”
“Take the medication daily on an empty stomach to reduce liver damage.”

B  “You need to be aware of the manifestations of hypothyroidism.”
“Take the medication along with a meal to prevent stomach upset.”
“You need to avoid eating salt, shellfish, and foods high in iodine.”

C  “This drug is given to raise the thyroid hormone levels in your blood.”
“Take the medication daily on an empty stomach to reduce liver damage.”
“You need to be aware of the manifestations of hypothyroidism.”

D  “You need to avoid eating salt, shellfish, and foods high in iodine.”
“This drug is given to raise the thyroid hormone levels in your blood.”
“Take the medication daily on an empty stomach to reduce liver damage.”