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awywial

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on: Jul 23, 2018
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.

Question 2

During a teaching session for a patient on antithyroid drugs, the nurse will discuss which dietary instructions?
 
  a. Using iodized salt when cooking
  b. Avoiding foods containing iodine
  c. Restricting fluid intake to 2500 mL/day
  d. Increasing intake of sodium- and potassium-containing foods


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catron30

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


awywial

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

dantucker

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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