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Which Teaching Point Should the Nurse Include in the Discharge

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Which teaching point should the nurse include in the discharge instructions for the parents of an infant who has been diagnosed with congenital hypothyroidism and has been prescribed daily levothyroxine?


Definitions:

Dorsal Respiratory Group

A cluster of neurons located in the medulla oblongata that plays a crucial role in regulating the rhythm of breathing.

Central Chemoreceptors

Brainstem neurons that detect changes in the pH of cerebrospinal fluid and help regulate ventilation rate.

Peripheral Chemoreceptors

Sensory receptors located in the carotid bodies and aortic bodies that detect changes in the chemical composition of the blood, primarily oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH levels.

Irritant Receptors

Sensory nerve endings that respond to chemical, mechanical, or thermal stimuli by initiating the reflex actions such as coughing or sneezing.

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