A Nurse Suspects an Abnormal Thyroid Shape During the Physical

question 16

Multiple Choice

A nurse suspects an abnormal thyroid shape during the physical examination.Why does the nurse offer the patient a glass of water and watch her as she drinks?

• A)To visualize an enlarged thyroid gland.
• B)To evaluate for exostosis.
• C)To test the patient's gag reflex.
• D)To visualize the uvula and soft palate.

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