The Primary Reason Levothyroxine Sodium Is Initiated at a Low

question 16

Multiple Choice

The primary reason levothyroxine sodium is initiated at a low dose in an elderly patient with hypothyroidism is to prevent which of the following untoward effects?

• A) Angina and arrhythmia
• B) Nausea and diarrhea
• C) Confusion and delirium
• D) Osteoporosis and muscle weakness

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