Problem: The patient asks the nurse how methimazole helps Grave's disease. Which of the following is the best response? The patient asks the nurse how methimazole helps Grave's disease. Which of the following is the best response? This medication stops the production of thyroid hormones by preventing iodine function. This medication stops iodine absorption in the body which slows production of thyroid hormone. This medication increase the production of thyroid hormone in the body by decreasing iodine levels. This medication will stop iodine production in the body and slow the thyroid gland function.