When transcribing an order for levothyroxine (Synthroid), the nurse recognizes the following is correct:

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Levothyroxine doses are typically prescribed in micrograms (mcg), not milligrams (mg). However, the correct option here is "C) Synthroid 0.125 mg" because 0.125 mg is equivalent to 125 mcg, which is a common dose for levothyroxine. The other options either incorrectly use "mc" instead of "mcg" or add unnecessary zeros, which is not standard for prescription writing.

When Transcribing an Order for Levothyroxine (Synthroid), the Nurse Recognizes