In reviewing the laboratory reports of a patient with untreated hypothyroidism, the nurse would expect to see which result?
1. Low serum T4 and elevated TSH
2. High serum T4 and high TSH
3. Low serum T4 and low TSH
4. High serum T4 and low TSH
Question 2
A nurse counsels a patient started on thyroid replacement therapy for hypothyroidism. Which information should be included in patient education?
1. Therapy should continue until all symptoms have resolved.
2. Medication should be taken as directed for 3-6 months.
3. Most patients require therapy for at least 1 year.
4. Treatment is likely to be lifelong.
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