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breast exam Flashcards

1
Q

introduction

A 
ask about discomfort
explain the procedure
obtain a chaperone
ask pt to undress
look away while they undress
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2
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general inspection

A

discomfort

cachexia

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3
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breast inspection

A

inspect axillae
arms in hips
arms behind head

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4
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what are you looking for on inspection

A 
size
shape 
contour
colouration
venous patten
skin dimpling
symmetry
nipple inversion
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5
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palpation

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cover with blanket
point to site of pain or lump
put hands behind head

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6
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lymphadenopathy

A

axilla

supraclavicular

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7
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what must you not forget

A

ask for chaperone
ASK FOR CHAPERONE

cervical lymphadenopathy

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8
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how should you feel for axillary lymph nodes

A

hold their arm

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