Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
The nurse is interviewing a client taking prescribed methimazole for hyperthyroidism. Which assessment finding requires notification to the physician?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Sore throat may indicate agranulocytosis, a rare but serious methimazole side effect, requiring immediate physician notification. BMI 23, pulse 84, and skin rash are less urgent unless severe.