A Patient with Bipolar Disorder Has Been Taking Lithium [Lithobid]

A patient with bipolar disorder has been taking lithium [Lithobid] for several years. The patient has developed a goiter, and serum tests reveal hypothyroidism. What will the nurse expect the provider to order for this patient?

A) Administration of levothyroxine
B) Increasing the lithium dose
C) Iodine supplements
D) Referral to an endocrinologist

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