Breast examination Flashcards
1
Q
What are the steps of a breast examination?
A
Inspection
Palpation
2
Q
What positions should you inspect the breast in?
A
Arms by side
Hands behind head with shoulders pushed forwards
Hands on hips and push inwards
3
Q
What should you look for in inspection?
A
Symmetry in contours of breast Tethering Dimpling of skin Visible masses Erythema +/- abnormal scaling Nipple retraction
4
Q
What position should you palpate in?
A
At 45 degrees with arm behind head
5
Q
How do you palpate?
A
Divide breast into 4 quadrants plus axillary tail and nipple making small circular movements
Palpate axillary lymph nodes whilst supporting arm
Palpate nipple and inspect nipple discharge
Supraclavicular fossa for lymphadenopathy
