Which of the following potentially serious complications could occur with therapy for hypothyroidism?
A. Acute hemolytic reaction
B. Angina or cardiac arrhythmia
C. Retinopathy
D. Thrombocytopenia
Correct Answer B. Angina or cardiac arrhythmia
Precipitation of angina or cardiac arrhythmia is a potentially serious complication of hypothyroidism treatment.
Option A: Acute hemolytic reaction is a complication of blood transfusions.
Option C: Retinopathy typically is a complication of diabetes mellitus.
Option D: Thrombocytopenia doesn’t result from treating hypothyroidism.