Hesi Pharmacology exam 2
Hesi Pharmacology exam 2 ( 36 Questions)
A client receives a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which statement made by client indicates to the nurse the education was effective?
While iodine is essential for thyroid hormone synthesis, it is not relevant to the administration of levothyroxine. The client does not need to consume foods high in iodine specifically for taking levothyroxine.
While iron supplements can interfere with the absorption of levothyroxine, this statement does not indicate that the client understands when to take levothyroxine correctly.
Levothyroxine should be taken in the morning, not at bedtime, to avoid interference with sleep and to optimize absorption.
Levothyroxine, a thyroid hormone replacement, should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably in the morning, at least 30 minutes before eating. Taking it on an empty stomach maximizes its absorption and ensures optimal therapeutic effects.
The correct answer is D.
Choice A rationale: While iodine is essential for thyroid hormone synthesis, it is not relevant to the administration of levothyroxine. The client does not need to consume foods high in iodine specifically for taking levothyroxine.
Choice B rationale: While iron supplements can interfere with the absorption of levothyroxine, this statement does not indicate that the client understands when to take levothyroxine correctly.
Choice C rationale: Levothyroxine should be taken in the morning, not at bedtime, to avoid interference with sleep and to optimize absorption.
Choice D rationale: Levothyroxine, a thyroid hormone replacement, should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably in the morning, at least 30 minutes before eating. Taking it on an empty stomach maximizes its absorption and ensures optimal therapeutic effects.