The nurse is assisting with a fine-needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy for a client with a thyroid nodule and suspected goiter. What is the primary purpose of an FNA biopsy in the diagnosis of a goiter?

The nurse is educating a client about the risk factors for developing a goiter. Which statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of the risk factors?

The nurse is assisting with a fine-needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy for a client with a thyroid nodule and suspected goiter. What is the primary purpose of an FNA biopsy in the diagnosis of a goiter?

The nurse is performing an assessment on a client with a goiter. Which symptom is commonly associated with a large goiter pressing on the trachea?

The nurse is educating a client about the different types of goiters. Which type of goiter is caused by an overproduction of thyroid hormones?

The nurse is reviewing the diagnostic process for a client with a suspected goiter. Which imaging technique is commonly used to visualize the size, shape, and characteristics of the thyroid gland?

The nurse is reviewing the medical history of a client with a goiter. Which condition is commonly associated with the development of a goiter?

The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected goiter. Which finding would the nurse expect to observe upon physical examination?

The nurse is assisting with a radioactive iodine uptake (RAIU) test for a client with a suspected goiter. What is the primary purpose of the RAIU test in the diagnosis of a goiter?

The nurse is reviewing the medical records of several clients with goiters. Which type of goiter is characterized by multiple nodules within the thyroid gland?

The nurse is providing education to a client with a goiter. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further clarification regarding the management of goiter?