A 72-Year-Old Patient Is Diagnosed with Hypothyroidism and Levothyroxine

question 19

Multiple Choice

A 72-year-old patient is diagnosed with hypothyroidism and levothyroxine ( Synthroid ) is prescribed. Which assessment is most important for the nurse to make during initiation of thyroid replacement?

• A) Apical pulse rate
• B) Nutritional intake
• C) Intake and output
• D) Orientation and alertness

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