Asked by Alexandria Barnett on Apr 24, 2024
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During an examination of a patient in her third trimester of pregnancy, the nurse notices that the patient's thyroid gland is slightly enlarged. No enlargement had been previously noticed. What does the nurse suspect?
A) An iodine deficiency
B) Early signs of goiter
C) A normal enlargement of the thyroid gland during pregnancy
D) Possible thyroid cancer and the need for further evaluation
Goiter
An enlargement of the thyroid gland, which can cause a visible swelling in the neck.
Iodine Deficiency
A lack of the mineral iodine in the body, leading to insufficient production of thyroid hormones, which can cause various health problems including goiter and cognitive impairments.
Thyroid Gland
An endocrine gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating the body's metabolic rate, heart function, digestive function, muscle control, brain development, and bone maintenance.
- Discern and grasp the various bodily signs and symptoms that correspond to specific health issues.
- Recognize the significance of changes in physical condition related to age, health status, or specific medical interventions.
- Match specific clinical symptoms with likely underlying diseases.
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Learning Objectives
- Discern and grasp the various bodily signs and symptoms that correspond to specific health issues.
- Recognize the significance of changes in physical condition related to age, health status, or specific medical interventions.
- Match specific clinical symptoms with likely underlying diseases.
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