A Physician Is Palpating a Patient's Thyroid Gland

question 13

Multiple Choice

A physician is palpating a patient's thyroid gland. How can the nurse assist with this procedure?

• A)Assist the patient to a supine position.
• B)Ask the patient to extend the neck.
• C)Give the patient a sip of water.
• D)Have the patient take a deep breath.

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