Goitre

Goitre ( 40 Questions)

The nurse is conducting a health assessment for a client with a suspected goiter. Which area should the nurse palpate to assess for a goiter?



Correct Answer: D

The thyroid gland is located in the front of the neck, just below the Adam's apple. Palpation of this area can help assess for the presence of a goiter.

Incorrect choices:

a. Palpation over the sternum is not relevant to assessing a goiter.

b. Palpation behind the ears is not relevant to assessing a goiter.

c. Palpation over the parotid glands is not relevant to assessing a goiter.




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