Breasts & Regional Lymphatics

Question 0

What are the five things to inspect about the breast?

Answer 0

1 general appearance
2 skin
3 lymphatic drainage areas
4 nipple
5 skin retraction as woman sits, raises arms overhead, pushes hands on hips, leans forwards

Question 1

What are the five components of the breast and regional lymphatic exam?

Answer 1

1) inspect the breast
2) inspect supraclavicular & infraclavicular areas
3) palpate the axillae and regional lymph nodes
4) with woman supine, Palpate breast tissue, including tail of Spence, the nipples and areole
5) teach BSE