The Patient Has an Enlarged Thyroid Gland and Is Currently

question 3

Multiple Choice

The patient has an enlarged thyroid gland and is currently admitted to a medical nursing unit.Which of the following is accurate regarding the procedure for a thyroid assessment for this patient?

• A) Deep palpation should be used anterior and posterior.
• B) Swallowing sips of water causes the isthmus of the thyroid gland to rise.
• C) The posterior approach is used with the fingers placed over the trachea.
• D) The diaphragm of the stethoscope is best for auscultation of bruits.

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