Focused Thyroid Exam. Kali, a 44-year-old female is in the office for a complete physical examination.

Focused Thyroid Exam. Kali, a 44-year-old female is in the office for a complete physical examination. She complains of proptosis and feeling fatigued. Her TSH levels are elevated, she has hyperlipidemia, her neck appears swollen, and is overweight.

question: Consider what physical exams and diagnostic tests would be appropriate to gather more information about the patient’s condition and identify at least five possible conditions that may be considered in a differential diagnosis for the patient.