A patient who takes oral levothyroxine for hypothyroidism is admitted to the hospital. After the provider determines the patient has myxedema, what action will the provider take?

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Myxedema is a severe form of hypothyroidism that can be life-threatening. In such cases, oral medications may not be absorbed well due to gastrointestinal edema. Switching to intravenous levothyroxine ensures the medication is delivered effectively into the bloodstream, providing a more immediate therapeutic effect.

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