Which Assessment Finding for a Patient Who Takes Levothyroxine

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which assessment finding for a patient who takes levothyroxine ( Synthroid ) to treat hypothyroidism indicates that the nurse should contact the health care provider before administering the medication?

• A) Increased thyroxine ( T₄ ) level
• B) Blood pressure 102/62 mm Hg
• C) Distant and difficult to hear heart sounds
• D) Elevated thyroid stimulating hormone level

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