Lymph Nodes

Lymph Nodes

• Review lymph nodes and location.
• Label the lymph nodes on a diagram of the head and neck.
• Where else can lymph nodes be found?
• Why do lymph nodes typically enlarge with these common conditions?
• Mononucleosis
• Otitis media
• Strep pharyngitis

Thyroid

• Describe the findings of the examination of a healthy thyroid. What do the lobes feel like? Symmetrical versus asymmetrical?
• What symptoms do people with hypothyroidism report?
• What do you see on the physical exam of people with hypothyroidism?
• What symptoms do people with hyperthyroidism report?
• What do you see on the physical exam of people with hyperthyroidism?
• Which of these indicate hyperthyroidism and which indicate hypothyroidism?
• Anxiety
• Dry skin
• Exophthalmos
• Fatigue
• Insomnia
• Thinning hair
• Weight gain
• Weight loss