Radioactive iodine is indicated for the treatment of hyperthyroidism. The nurse should include which teaching in this patient's plan of care?

A) Isolation is required for 6-8 weeks
B) An additional dose may be needed
C) Thyroid replacement therapy is prescribed
D) An overnight hospital stay is required

Radioactive Iodine

An isotope of iodine used in medical treatments and diagnostic tests, particularly for conditions related to the thyroid gland.

Hyperthyroidism

A condition where the thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone thyroxine, leading to accelerated body metabolism.

Thyroid Replacement Therapy

A treatment for hypothyroidism involving the administration of synthetic thyroid hormones to maintain normal hormonal levels.