Assess the anxiety level and coping ability of the patient and/or family and for knowledge deficits related to diagnosis or treatment; address any concerns expressed by the patient/family, and educate and encourage discussion about the etiology, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and potential complications of iodine deficiency
Request clinician referral to aregistered dietitian, if appropriate, for dietary evaluation and education about the importance of using iodized salt to correct deficient iodine levels social worker, if appropriate, for information about community resources available to assist children with special needs and their