Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking levothyroxine. The nurse should recognize that which of the following findings is a manifestation of levothyroxine overdose?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Correct Answer: C. Insomnia
Rationale: Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone replacement medication. Overdose can lead to excessive stimulation of the thyroid gland, resulting in symptoms of hyperthyroidism, such as insomnia due to increased metabolic rate.
Incorrect Choices:
A: Hypoactive deep-tendon reflexes - Not associated with levothyroxine overdose.
B: Drowsiness - Opposite effect of levothyroxine overdose which causes increased alertness.
D: Constipation - Typically not a manifestation of levothyroxine overdose.
Rationale: Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone replacement medication. Overdose can lead to excessive stimulation of the thyroid gland, resulting in symptoms of hyperthyroidism, such as insomnia due to increased metabolic rate.
Incorrect Choices:
A: Hypoactive deep-tendon reflexes - Not associated with levothyroxine overdose.
B: Drowsiness - Opposite effect of levothyroxine overdose which causes increased alertness.
D: Constipation - Typically not a manifestation of levothyroxine overdose.