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Thyroid Examination

References
Advanced Physical Diagnosis Learning and Teaching at the Bedside, edition 1 (University of Washington)
http://depts.washington.edu/physdx/thyroid/index.html
This online resource contains 5 different modules related to important components of the physical examination. Each module consists the following components:
1) a video demonstrating how to correctly perform examination techniques
2) historical background
3) correlation of examination findings to pathophysiology
4) additional evaluation that should be performed (history, laboratory testing, etc.)
5) differential diagnosis
6) the evidence basis for examination maneuvers, and teaching tips.
The Society for Endocrinology: The Thyroid – Examination and Testing
http://www.bioscilibrary.com/resource/EndocrineNurseCourse/ent04/ent04_day1.htm
This is a written description of how to properly perform a jugular venous exam.

Advanced Physical Diagnosis Learning and Teaching at the Bedside, edition 1 (University of Washington)
http://depts.washington.edu/physdx/neck/index.html

This is a website with multiple sections including teaching tips on how to properly examine neck veins.