A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about levothyroxine. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
"I will stop taking this medication if I miss a dose."
"I will start to see symptom improvement immediately."
"I will take my antacid medication with this medication."
"I will take this medication at the same time every morning."
The Correct Answer is D
A. The client should not stop taking levothyroxine abruptly, even if a dose is missed.
B. Therapeutic effects of levothyroxine may take several weeks.
C. Antacids can interfere with absorption and should not be taken at the same time.
D. Taking the medication consistently at the same time every morning helps maintain stable hormone levels and optimal absorption.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Rectus femoris is not commonly used for IM injections in infants due to its proximity to large blood vessels and nerves.
B. The vastus lateralis is the preferred site for IM injections in infants as it is well-developed and away from major blood vessels and nerves.
C. The deltoid is not used for IM injections in infants due to its underdevelopment and small size.
D. The dorsogluteal site is avoided in infants due to the risk of injury to the sciatic nerve.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Dark stools could indicate gastrointestinal bleeding, a known side effect of enoxaparin, and should be reported immediately.
B. Enoxaparin should be injected subcutaneously, not into a muscle.
C. Enoxaparin is an anticoagulant and does not directly decrease bleeding; rather, it prevents blood clot formation.
D. Enoxaparin should be injected at a 90-degree angle into the subcutaneous tissue.
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