A postoperative total thyroidectomy patient is started on levothyroxine (Synthroid) daily.What information will the nurse include in discharge teaching?(Select all that apply.)
A) "Close follow-up with your health care provider is important."
B) "Notify your health care provider if you experience any palpitations or tachycardia."
C) "A variation in emotions and personality is normal during this adjustment period."
D) "Synthroid may be stopped as soon as the thyroid gland resumes functioning."
E) "When energy levels have returned, Synthroid will be gradually tapered."
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