During the Examination of a Patient in Her Third Trimester

question 43

Multiple Choice

During the examination of a patient in her third trimester of pregnancy,the nurse notices that the patient's thyroid gland is slightly enlarged.No enlargement had been noted previously.The nurse suspects that:

• A)she has an iodine deficiency.
• B)she is exhibiting early signs of goitre.
• C)this is a normal finding during pregnancy.
• D)further tests are needed for possible thyroid cancer.

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Definitions:

Immune System

The complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against infections, diseases, and foreign substances.

Immunotherapy

A type of cancer treatment that helps your immune system fight cancer.

Photodynamic Therapy

A treatment that uses special drugs, known as photosensitizing agents, alongside light to kill cancer cells.

Chemical

A substance with a distinct molecular composition that is produced by or used in a chemical process.