Which Nursing Assessment of a 70-Yr-Old Patient Is Most Important

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Multiple Choice

Which nursing assessment of a 70-yr-old patient is most important to make during initiation of thyroid replacement with levothyroxine (Synthroid) ?

• A)Fluid balance
• B)Apical pulse rate
• C)Nutritional intake
• D)Orientation and alertness

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