A Patient Is Prescribed Levothyroxine (Synthroid) for Hypothyroidism

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient is prescribed levothyroxine (Synthroid) for hypothyroidism. Which of the following statements should the nurse include when teaching the patient?

• A)"Worsening hypothyroidism can result in a condition called myxedema coma, so it is important to take this medication."
• B)"If you do not take your medication, you will retain water and begin to see swelling in your feet and legs."
• C)"Thyrotoxicosis results from too little thyroid hormone, so you should monitor your temperature every day."
• D)"Cushing's syndrome is a complication of severe hypothyroidism, so you need to take this medication regularly."

Understand the concepts and calculation methods of trend analysis in financial statements.

Grasp the purpose and methods of horizontal analysis for evaluating financial performance.

Comprehend the utility of common-size statements in financial analysis.

Recognize the structure and advantages of comparative financial statements.

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