What statement by a parent leads the nurse to determine a parent is administering levothyroxine (Synthroid) correctly?
a. "I stopped giving the medication because my daughter was losing her hair."
b. "I am using a different brand now because it costs less money."
c. "I don't give the medication on the weekends."
d. "I give the medication at 8:00 AM every day."
ANS: D
Synthroid should be given at the same time each day, preferably in the morning.
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