OB Women's Health (Breast) Flashcards
Women's Health (Breast)
What does the lymph system do?
Acts as a garbage disposal for the entire body.
what can benign breast disease include?
Cysts tumors masses nipple discharge infection duct inflammation
Name two types of benign breast masses?
Fibrocystic changes fibroadenomas lipomas intraductal papillomas mammary duct ectasia mastitis breast trauma fat necrosis ductal ectasis
Name 2 signs and symptoms of benign breast masses
Lumps
breast discharge
bleeding or bloody nipple discharge
breast infection
Mastitis (lactational abcess)What is it called when men have excessive breast tissue?
Gynecomastia
When is the best time to give a breast examination?
one time per month after period
Name 2 ways to diagnose an issue with breasts
Mammography Galactography Ultrasonography MRI Self-Breast Examination Procedures for tissue analysis (biopsy)
What age do women need to get annual mammogram
Age 40
What can be seen on a mammogram?
Differences between breasts
Lumps (size, shape, and edges)
Calicifations (this can cause necrosis)
Name 2 types of biopsies
Core needle -done in office/hospital; special coring needle and syringe
Fine needle-done in office; needle and syringe
Surgical (open)- day surger; removal of all or part of lump
Punch biopsy
What is one malignant condition of the breast?
Carcinoma in Situ
What role do hormones play in breast cancer?
From your first monthly period until menopause, estrogen stimulates normal breast cells. Having a higher lifetime exposure to estrogen may increase breast cancer risk.
Describe the cancer staging system
T-Tumor size, spread
N-Nodes
M-metastasis
Prgrogresses from stage 1 to stage 4
stage 0= noninvasive
List 3 treatment options used for breast cancer
Radiation Chemotherapy Hormonal therapy Targeted therapy Drugs Lumpectomy Simple Mastectomy Modified Radical Mastectomy Radical mastectomy surgery / reconstructive
List 3 things that affect the prognosis of a breast cancer diagnosis
Cancer stage Cancer type Tumor size Lymph node involvement Hormone receptor leverls presence of HER2/neu
As a nurse what can you do for a breast cancer patient
Relieve pain and discomfort Maintain skin integrity Promoting positive body image Promoting positive adjustment and coping Rehabilitation
True or false, your breast are different sizes depending on the time of the month.
False- left breast usually larger
What is the best way to maintain breast shape and contour over time
Sleeping on your side with pillow support
regular exercising of the pectoral muscles
Wearing bra to bed
Name 3 things that you should see the Dr. about when it comes to breast?
Lump in or near breast of underarm
Thick or firm tissue near breast/underarm
Nipple discharge and tenderness
Inverted nipple
Itching or skin changes (redness, scales, dimple or pucker)
Change in size or shape
Name 2 screenings that can detect abnormalities in breasts
Mammogram
Tomosynthesis (looks at heat)
Breast exams
Name 3 risk factors of male breast cancer
If they're exposed to radiation Estrogen administration diseases associated with hyperestrogenism,Cirrhosis, Kleinfelters Familial tendencies brca2 mutation
