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PA Recertifying Exam PANRE Practice Exam

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A patient is prescribed with levothyroxine sodium (Synthroid). On assessment, the patient demonstrates intolerance to cold, bradycardia, weakness, and dry skin and hair. The patient gained weight since the last assessment. Based on these findings, which of the following prescriptions is ordered?

Decrease the dose of levothyroxine
Increase the dose of levothyroxine
Maintain the dose of levothyroxine
Change the medication

Explanation

Answer -: B - Levothyroxine is a thyroid replacement. Based on the findings, the patient is still demonstrating signs of hypothyroidism, indicating that an increase of dose is needed.

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