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A Patient with Hypothyroidism Is Prescribed Levothyroxine Sodium (Synthroid)

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A patient with hypothyroidism is prescribed levothyroxine sodium (Synthroid) . What dietary adjustments should the nurse instruct the patient to make?


A) Avoid eating walnuts.
B) Avoid all grapefruit or citrus fruits.
C) Restrict the intake of foods high in fiber.
D) Reduce the intake of green leafy vegetables.
E) Take the medication 30 minutes before eating breakfast in the morning.

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