Laboratory blood tests show that a patient has a T3 level of 190 ng/dL. How does the nurse interpret this finding?
a. Hypothyroidism
b. Hyperthyroidism
c. Normal thyroid function
d. Thyroid function totally absent
C
The normal level for T3 (triiodothyronine) ranges between 70 and 205 ng/dL.
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A) Assess airway and breathing; give supplemental oxygen. B) Assess blood loss. C) Contact her primary obstetrician. D) Pack the vaginal area to prevent further bleeding.