Penny Chapter 12 Review Questions

A cystic mass noted at the mandibular angle is most likely a

Branchial cleft cyst

Parathyroid glands control the release and absorption of

Calcium

All of the following are sonographic findings of an abnormal lymph node except -Rounded shape -Echogenic hilum -Calcs -Enlargement

Echogenic hilum

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?

Esophagus

What vascular structure is located closest to the thyroid lobes?

Internal carotid artery

Which muscles are located anterior to the thyroid gland?

Strap

What is the first branch of the external carotid artery?

Superior thyroid artery

Benign congenital cysts located superior to the thyroid gland near the hyoid bone are

Thyroglossal duct cysts

What is the most abundant hormone produces by the thyroid?

Thyroxine

The fluid produced by the thyroid gland that contains thyroid hormones is referred to as

Colloid

What is the MC form of thyroid cancer?

Papillary

Which muscles are located lateral to each thyroid lobe?

Sternocleidomastoid