To detect malignancy of a thyroid nodule, the nurse would prepare the client for:
1. thyroid scanning.
2. ultrasound.
3. needle biopsy.
4. x-ray.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: This is not the test of choice to diagnose a malignancy of the thyroid.
Rationale 2: This is not the test of choice to diagnose a malignancy of the thyroid.
Rationale 3: Needle biopsy is the diagnostic tool of choice for detecting thyroid nodule malignancy.
Rationale 4: This is not the test of choice to diagnose a malignancy of the thyroid.
Global Rationale: Needle biopsy is the definitive test for detecting thyroid nodule malignancy. Scanning, ultrasound and x-ray can reveal presence of a mass, but do not discriminate benign from malignant.
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