Patient states the importance of taking thyroid hormone replacement therapy daily as ordered. • Patient takes thyroid hormone replacement therapy upon awakening in the morning and on an empty stomach...

Patient states the importance of taking thyroid hormone replacement therapy daily as ordered. • Patient takes thyroid hormone replacement therapy upon awakening in the morning and on an empty stomach to maximize therapeutic effects. • Patient takes medication in a single daily dose before breakfast and does not stop the medication unless consulting with the prescriber. • Patient understands the fact that replacement therapy is lifelong in most situations.