A Postoperative Total Thyroidectomy Patient Is Started on Levothyroxine (Synthroid)

question 8

Multiple Choice

A postoperative total thyroidectomy patient is started on levothyroxine (Synthroid) daily. Which information will the nurse include in discharge teaching? (Select all that apply.)

• A) "Close follow-up with your health care provider is important."
• B) "Notify your health care provider if you experience any palpitations or tachycardia."
• C) "A variation in emotions and personality is normal during this adjustment period."
• D) "Synthroid may be stopped as soon as the thyroid gland resumes functioning."
• E) "When energy levels have returned, Synthroid will be gradually tapered."

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