A patient has been treated with dextroamphetamine for ADHD. At the age of 16 years, she is diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. What intervention should be implemented with this patient?
A) Discontinue the high-calorie diet.
B) Assess the patient for pulmonary edema.
C) Discontinue the amphetamines.
D) Administer a proton pump inhibitor.
C
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Amphetamines are contraindicated upon the development of hyperthyroidism. The patient will require a higher calorie count, not a discontinuation of a high-calorie count. The patient will not require an assessment for pulmonary edema. The patient will only require a proton pump inhibitor if gastric hyperacidity occurs.
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