A Patient with Hyperthyroidism Is Placed on Seizure Precautions as a Result

question 24

Multiple Choice

A patient with hyperthyroidism is placed on seizure precautions as a result of which observation?

• A)Serum sodium 120 mEq/L
• B)Serum glucose 200 mg/dL
• C)Rapid heart rate
• D)Increased T3 and T4 levels

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