The results of a client's thyroid scan showed black and gray areas. The nurse realizes this finding is consistent with:
1. malignancies.
2. elevated phosphorus levels.
3. hyperactivity.
4. renal disease.
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Hyperactive areas on the thyroid scan will appear as black or gray regions or hot spots. White areas or cold spots are indicative of malignancies. Black and gray areas on the thyroid scan are not indicative of elevated phosphorus levels or renal disease.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word