A patient with no significant medical history is seen with a palpable nodule in the left lobe of the thyroid. On ultrasound examination, the nodule is found to be mostly cystic but to contain debris. The features of this mass make it more likely to be:
Read DetailsA 42‑year‑old client arrives at the clinic reporting chest discomfort that began suddenly earlier in the day. The client states the pain feels “sharp” and becomes significantly worse when taking a deep breath. The nurse notes that the client is sitting upright and leaning forward, stating this position “helps the pain a little.” Based on these assessment findings, which of the following diagnosis does this most likely describe?
Read DetailsA 4-month-old with Tetralogy of Fallot becomes suddenly cyanotic, tachypneic, and irritable while crying. The nurse quickly places the child in the knee‑chest position, and the cyanosis begins to improve. The child’s parents ask why this position is used during a hyper-cyanotic “tet” spell. Which explanation by the nurse is most appropriate?
Read DetailsA 58‑year‑old patient arrives in the emergency department with sudden onset of chest discomfort and nausea. The nurse suspects acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Based on typical diagnostic findings for an acute coronary syndrome, which assessment results would support this diagnosis? Select all that apply.
Read DetailsA 25 year old woman with a recent history of nipple piercing is seen for a diagnostic breast sonogram. She has periareolar pain with intermittent focal skin eruption and drainage around the nipple for the past month. Additionally she has run a low grade fever for approxiamtely 2 weeks. Ultrasound examination reveals a complex hypoechoic lesion .5 cm below the skin. Answering with only one word, what is your impression? 8dca2b6db34d548f1b0c4a70f23141.png
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