Chapter 12 : Neck - REVIEW QUESTIONS
Which of the following best describes the normal appearance of a cervical lymph node? a. A hypoechoic, oblong structure with a distinct echogenic hilum b. A rounded, echogenic structure with small calcifications c. A solid, hypoechoic mass that measures greater than 1 cm d. A solid, echogenic mass that measures less than 1 cm
a. A hypoechoic, oblong structure with a distinct echogenic hilum
A cystic mass noted at the mandibular angle is most likely a: a. Branchial cleft cyst b. Follicular adenoma c. Thyroglossal duct cyst d. Parathyroid adenoma
a. Branchial cleft cyst
Normally, how many parathyroid glands are found within the adult neck? a. 3 b. 4 c. 6 d. 8
b. 4
All of the following are sonographic findings of an abnormal lymph node except: a. Rounded shape b. Echogenic hilum c. Calcifications d. Enlargement
b. Echogenic hilum
All of the following are sonographic findings of malignant thyroid nodules except: a. Internal calcifications b. Echogenic mass c. Cervical node involvement d. Solitary mass
b. Echogenic mass
The fluid produced by the thyroid gland that contains thyroid hormones is referred to as: a. Thyroxine b. Calcitonin c. Colloid d. Triiodothyronine
c. Colloid
Hypercalcemia is associated with which of the following? a. Graves disease b. Thyroglossal duct cyst c. Parathyroid adenoma d. Thyroid adenoma
c. Parathyroid adenoma
What is the first branch of the external carotid artery? a. Internal carotid artery b. Optic artery c. Superior thyroid artery d. Inferior thyroid artery
c. Superior thyroid artery
In the presence of Hashimoto thyroiditis, the thyroid produces: a. Too many thyroid hormones b. Too much calcium c. Too few thyroid hormones d. Too much iodine
c. Too few thyroid hormones
A normal lymph node will not measure greater than: a. 8 mm b. 5 mm c. 12 mm d. 10 mm
d. 10 mm
A thyroid isthmus that measures greater than _______ is indicative of thyroid enlargement. a. 8 mm b. 5 mm c. 12 mm d. 10 mm
d. 10 mm
Parathyroid glands control the release and absorption of which nutrient? a. Thyroxine (T4) b. Triiodothyronine (T3) c. Calcitonin d. Calcium
d. Calcium
All of the following are diagnostic findings of benign thyroid nodules except: a. Anechoic mass b. Eggshell calcification c. Hyperechoic mass d. Cold nodule
d. Cold nodule
Which vascular structure is located closest to the thyroid lobes? a. External carotid vein b. External carotid artery c. Internal jugular vein d. Internal carotid artery
d. Internal carotid artery
Which of the following is the most common form of thyroid cancer? a. Follicular b. Anaplastic c. Lymphoma d. Papillary
d. Papillary
The superior extension of the thyroid isthmus is referred to as the: a. Thyroglossal duct b. Branchial cleft c. Yodeler's lobe d. Pyramidal lobe
d. Pyramidal lobe
Which muscles are located anterior to the thyroid gland? a. Sternocleidomastoid b. Longus colli c. Thyrocervical trunk d. Strap
d. Strap
Which of the following would more likely be a malignant thyroid nodule? a. Cold nodule b. Hot nodule
a. Cold nodule
What type of gland is the thyroid gland? a. Endocrine b. Exocrine c. Endocrine and Exocrine d. Neither endocrine or exocrine
a. Endocrine
What structure may be confused for a thyroid or parathyroid mass because of its relationship to the trachea and the posterior aspect of the left thyroid gland? a. Eshophagus b. Common carotid artery c. Internal jugular vein d. Sternothyroid
a. Esophagus
What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism? a. Graves disease b. Hashimoto thyroiditis c. Papillary carcinoma d. Parathyroid adenoma
a. Graves disease
Which muscles are located lateral to each thyroid lobe? a. Sternocleidomastoid b. Longus colli c. Sternohyoid d. Omohyoid
a. Sternocleidomastoid
Which of the following is the hormones that is the most abundantly produced by the thyroid? a. Thyroxine b. Iodine c. Triiodothyronine d. Calcitonin
a. Thyroxine
A 30 year old patient presents to the sonography department for a thyroid sonogram with a history of weight loss, hair loss, and hyperthyroidism. You note that the patient has bulging eyes. What is the most likely diagnosis? a. Hashimoto thyroiditis b. Graves disease c. Hyperparathyroidism d. Cervical lymphadenopathy
b. Graves disease
Which abnormality is associated with the sonographic findings of a thyroid inferno? a. Hashimoto thyroiditis b. Graves disease c. Hyperthyroidism d. Cervical lymphadenopathy
b. Graves disease
What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism? a. Graves disease b. Hashimoto thyroiditis c. Papillary carcinoma d. Parathyroid adenoma
b. Hashimoto thyroiditis
All of the following are hormones produced by the thyroid except: a. Thyroxine b. Iodine c. Triiodothyronine d. Calcitonin
b. Iodine
The thyroid gland utilizes which of the following to produce its hormones? a. Colloid b. Iodine c. Iron d. Calcium
b. Iodine
Which muscles are located posterior to each thyroid lobe? a. Sternocleidomastoid b. Longus colli c. Sternohyoid d. Omohyoid
b. Longus colli
Benign congenital cysts located superior to the thyroid gland near the hyoid bone are referred to as: a. Branchial cleft cysts b. Follicular adenomas c. Thyroglossal duct cysts d. Parathyroid adenomas
c. Thyroglossal duct cysts
