Question

The nurse is reviewing the history and physical exam of a woman who has come to the clinic for a routine physical. Which factor would the nurse identify as increasing the client's risk for breast cancer?

Answer 1

Answer:

A lump or mass in the breast.

Swelling of all or part of the breast, even if no lump is felt.

Skin irritation or dimpling.

Breast or nipple pain.

Nipple retraction (turning inward)

The nipple or breast skin appears red, scaly, or thickened.

Nipple discharge.