A client has been newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism and will take levothyroxine (Synthroid) 50 mcg/day by mouth.
As part of the teaching plan, the nurse emphasizes that this medication:
A- Should be taken in the morning
B- May decrease the client’s energy level
C- Must be stored in a dark container
D- Will decrease the client’s heart rate
Answer: A:
Should be taken in the morning
Thyroid supplement should be taken in the morning to minimize the side effects of insomnia
A- Should be taken in the morning
B- May decrease the client’s energy level
C- Must be stored in a dark container
D- Will decrease the client’s heart rate
Answer: A:
Should be taken in the morning
Thyroid supplement should be taken in the morning to minimize the side effects of insomnia
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