Goitre
Goitre ( 40 Questions)
The nurse is caring for a client with a goiter and is reviewing the client's medical history. Which type of goiter is associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis?
Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition, is commonly associated with the development of a simple goiter. The immune system attacks the thyroid gland, leading to its enlargement.
A toxic goiter is characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormones and is not specifically associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
A colloid goiter is characterized by the accumulation of colloid within thyroid follicles and is not specifically associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
An endemic goiter is caused by iodine deficiency and is not specifically associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition, is commonly associated with the development of a simple goiter. The immune system attacks the thyroid gland, leading to its enlargement.
Incorrect choices:
b. A toxic goiter is characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormones and is not specifically associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
c. A colloid goiter is characterized by the accumulation of colloid within thyroid follicles and is not specifically associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
d. An endemic goiter is caused by iodine deficiency and is not specifically associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis.