How would you chart valarie ramirez chief complaint

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Valerie Ramirez arrived at the clinic for a follow up check for the removal of a painful wart on her right hand. During the patient interview, she states she is not having trouble with her hand; however, she has noticed in the mirror that she has a lump on the front of her neck at the bottom. She is a little hoarse but denies any other symptoms. She thought she should tell the doctor. Her vital signs are BP 122/78, T 98.8, P 88, R 20, Ht. 5'2 and Wt. 135 lb. Dr. Buckwalter An ultrasound of the lump with needle biopsy is indicated. He also orders blood work, including TSH and CEA tests.

1. How would you chart Valarie Ramirez's chief complaint?

2. The physician thinks Valarie Ramirez has a thyroid nodule that may be cancerous. Which two types of specialists might she need to visit?

3. Based on the results of the ultrasound, the physician wants to evaluate the thyroid nodule by performing a needle biopsy. What will be you responsibilities during this procedure?

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