When Starting a Patient on Levothyroxine for Hypothyroidism the Patient

question 13

Multiple Choice

When starting a patient on levothyroxine for hypothyroidism the patient will need follow-up measurement of thyroid function in:

• A) 2 weeks
• B) 4 weeks
• C) 2 months
• D) 6 months

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Definitions:

Subclavian Artery

A major artery that supplies blood to the thorax, neck, and arms, located below the clavicle.

Coronary Artery

The arteries that supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle.

Venule

A small blood vessel that allows deoxygenated blood to return from the capillary beds to the larger blood vessels called veins.

Superficial Palmar Arch

An arterial network located in the palm of the hand, responsible for supplying blood to the fingers and hand.