A Patient's Laboratory Data Reveal an Elevated Thyroxine Level

question 39

Multiple Choice

A patient's laboratory data reveal an elevated thyroxine level.The nurse would proceed with an examination of the _____ gland.

• A) thyroid
• B) parotid
• C) adrenal
• D) parathyroid

---

Definitions:

Overall Wellness

A holistic approach to health that includes physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being.

Prescription Pain Medication

Refers to drugs prescribed by healthcare professionals to relieve acute or chronic pain.

Codependent

A psychological condition or a relationship dynamic where one person enables another's addiction, poor mental health, immaturity, irresponsibility, or under-achievement.

Emotional Health

A state of well-being in which an individual is aware of their emotions, can express them appropriately, and manage them effectively, contributing to a positive life outlook.