Breast Palpation Techniques

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When should premenopausal women perform breast self-examination?

Monthly on the same day

2 weeks after menstruation

During menstruation

5 to 7 days after the menstrual cycle begins (correct)

What is the purpose of assessing the breast and performing monthly breast self-examination?

To ensure complex treatment

To conduct research studies

To diagnose diseases accurately

To detect diseases early for better chances of cure (correct)

Who typically performs a clinical breast examination?

Dermatologist

Endocrinologist

Healthcare professional trained to recognize abnormalities (correct)

Oncologist

When should postmenopausal women perform breast self-examination?

Monthly on the same day Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended timing for postmenopausal women to carry out breast self-examination?

On the same day each month Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for women to perform monthly breast self-examinations?

To detect potential abnormalities early Signup and view all the answers

What type of information is primarily being gathered when asking about bowel elimination patterns?

Stool frequency and color consistency Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common gastrointestinal disorder mentioned in the text?

Diverticulosis Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of lifestyle is directly linked to inquiries about alcohol consumption and dietary habits?

Health practices Signup and view all the answers

What could be a potential consequence of chronic stress on eating and elimination habits?

Disruption in eating or elimination habits Signup and view all the answers

Which medical condition is NOT listed as part of the family history inquiry related to gastrointestinal disorders?

Type 2 Diabetes Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency of visiting a gynecologist for individuals over 35 years old?

Once a year Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for healthcare providers to inquire about prescription or OTC medications in a personal health history?

To identify potential drug interactions Signup and view all the answers

For individuals over 40 years old with a history of breast or ovarian cancer, what is the recommended screening?

Yearly mammogram Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a required material for assessing the breast?

Blood pressure monitor Signup and view all the answers

What type of data is collected when asking about the presence of lumps or swelling in the breasts?

Subjective data Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is advised to have more frequent visits to the doctor if they have a positive history of breast or ovarian cancer?

>40 years old Signup and view all the answers

What should individuals do if they notice redness, warmth, or dimpling of the breasts?

Seek medical attention promptly Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended sequence for assessing a patient's abdomen?

Inspection, auscultation, percussion, palpation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of assessing a patient's abdomen?

To provide critical information about internal organs Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to be consistent and thorough in your chosen method when palpating a client's breasts?

To ensure accurate findings Signup and view all the answers

Which area should be included when palpating the breasts according to the text?

Palpate the periphery of the breast tissue and tail of Spence Signup and view all the answers

In what order should the subdivision of the abdomen be done?

By quadrant, then by region Signup and view all the answers

What could altering the sequence of assessment techniques for the abdomen do according to the text?

Alter the frequency of bowel sounds and make findings less accurate Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested sequence of assessment procedures?

Switching to Inspection, Auscultation, Percussion, Palpation Signup and view all the answers

What should be noted about the stoma color in a patient with an ostomy?

Pink and shiny Signup and view all the answers

How should auscultation for bowel sounds be performed?

Start in the RIGHT LOWER QUADRANT and go clockwise Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range of bowel sounds per minute?

5-30 bowel sounds Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by HYPOACTIVE bowel sounds?

Only one or two bowel sounds are heard in a 2-minute interval Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of palpating the stomach contour?

To assess if the stomach is scaphoid, flat, rounded, or protuberant Signup and view all the answers