A Patient Has Been Taking Levothyroxine (Synthroid) for More Than

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Multiple Choice

A patient has been taking levothyroxine (Synthroid) for more than one decade for primary hypothyroidism. Today she calls because she has a cousin who can get her the same medication in a generic form from a pharmaceutical supply company. Which is the nurse's best advice?

• A) "This would be a great way to save money."
• B) "There's no difference in brands of this medication."
• C) "This should never be done; once you start with a certain brand, you must stay with it."
• D) "It's better not to switch brands unless we check with your doctor."

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Flynn Effect

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