Breast Cancer CAT

Question 1

Primary symptom for breast cancer?

Answer 1

Painless mass w/in breast tissue

Question 2

Where is the mass usually located?

Answer 2

• Directly behind areola in men
• Behind areola or in the outer upper quadrant in women

Question 3

Risk factors for breast cancer

Answer 3

• Gender (women), age, young mecarche, late menopause, family hx of cancer, high alcohol intake, high fat diet, radiation exposure,

Question 4

What percentage of all female cancers is breast cancer?

Answer 4

25%

Question 5

Imaging/labs for breast cancer

Answer 5

• Mammography
• Microscopic examination by needle or excision biopsy

Question 6

Physical therapy w/ breast cancer

Answer 6

Assist w/ lymphedema, post-surgical breathing exercises, positioning, pain management, strengthening and endurance activities, ROM exercises, massage, intermittent compression, and education