Which of the following information is true regarding the assessment of the thyroid or thyroid function in an infant or child?
A) To accurately assess thyroid function,the nurse should assess the child's growth and development in comparison to others in the child's age group.
B) The thyroid gland is easily palpable in an infant.
C) Assess the child for abnormal hair growth because this may indicate thyroid dysfunction.
D) Assess the child for melasma because this will indicate thyroid dysfunction.
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