The Nurse Notes the Client's Thyroid Gland Is Enlarged During

question 16

Multiple Choice

The nurse notes the client's thyroid gland is enlarged during the physical assessment. While reviewing the client's history, the nurse notes that the client has a history of a goiter. Based on this information, which question is the priority during the focused interview?

• A) "Where do you purchase your medication?"
• B) "What type of salt do you use in your diet?"
• C) "Do you work around chemicals?"
• D) "How long have you had this problem?"

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