The client is being educated on monitoring the effects of thyroid medication. Which measurement will the client monitor to determine the effectiveness of the medication?
1. Blood pressure
2. Temperature
3. Respiratory rate
4. Pulse rate
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Pulse rate is a good indicator of the effectiveness of thyroid medications.
Rationale 2: Pulse rate is a good indicator of the effectiveness of thyroid medications.
Rationale 3: Pulse rate is a good indicator of the effectiveness of thyroid medications.
Rationale 4: Pulse rate is a good indicator of the effectiveness of thyroid medications.
Global Rationale: Pulse rate is a good indicator of the effectiveness of thyroid medications. Blood pressure, temperature, and respiratory rate are not good indicators of the effectiveness of thyroid medications.
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