Female Breast Anatomy Overview

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Which of the following structures does the breast tissue NOT overlie?

  • Serratus anterior
  • Midaxillary line
  • Pectoralis major
  • Rectus abdominis (correct)

How are clinical findings in the breast typically localized?

  • By dividing the breast into four quadrants
  • Using the time on a clock face and distance from the nipple
  • Both of the above methods are used (correct)
  • Neither of the above methods are mentioned in the text

Which of the following statements about the glandular tissue in the breast is correct?

  • It forms 15 to 20 septated lobes radiating around the nipple
  • It consists of secretory tubuloalveolar glands and ducts
  • The smaller lobules within each lobe drain into milk-producing ducts and sinuses
  • All of the above (correct)

What provides structural support to the breast tissue?

<p>Fibrous connective tissue in the form of suspensory ligaments (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the adipose tissue (fat) predominantly located in the breast?

<p>In the superficial and peripheral areas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate surface area shape of the female breast?

<p>Rectangular (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors can affect the proportions of breast components?

<p>Age, nutrition, pregnancy, and hormone use (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the smooth muscle in the nipple and areola?

<p>To facilitate milk expression during breastfeeding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the normal uneven texture of the adult breast?

<p>Physiologic lumpiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the breast tissue as a woman ages?

<p>The glandular tissue atrophies and is replaced by fat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe extra or supernumerary nipples?

<p>Accessory nipples (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the male breast is true?

<p>It may have a firm button of breast tissue up to 2 cm in diameter (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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