Goitre
Goitre ( 40 Questions)
The nurse is providing education to a client about the potential causes of goiter. Which factor may contribute to the development of a goiter in individuals with a genetic predisposition?
Consumption of high-iodine foods can contribute to iodine-induced goiter but is not specifically related to genetic predisposition.
Regular physical exercise is not directly related to the development of goiter.
Exposure to cold temperatures is not directly related to the development of goiter.
A family history of thyroid disorders, especially goiter or autoimmune thyroid conditions, can contribute to the development of goiter in individuals with a genetic predisposition.
A family history of thyroid disorders, especially goiter or autoimmune thyroid conditions, can contribute to the development of goiter in individuals with a genetic predisposition.
Incorrect choices:
a. Consumption of high-iodine foods can contribute to iodine-induced goiter but is not specifically related to genetic predisposition.
b. Regular physical exercise is not directly related to the development of goiter.
c. Exposure to cold temperatures is not directly related to the development of goiter.