ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit Exam B Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine for hypothyroidism. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid taking at the same time as the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Soy products. Soy products contain compounds that can interfere with the absorption of levothyroxine, reducing its effectiveness. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid taking soy products at the same time as the medication to ensure proper absorption. Bananas (choice
B), lean beef (choice
C), and carrots (choice
D) do not have significant interactions with levothyroxine. It is essential to take levothyroxine on an empty stomach and avoid consuming soy products within a few hours of taking the medication.
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