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ssal

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following assessments would you expect to introduce for the first time in the physical examination of a 3-year-old child?
 
  A) Observation of walking gait
  B) Snellen vision testing
  C) Blood-pressure recording
  D) Standing height measurement

Question 2

Because of the effect of cyclic ovarian changes on the breast, the best time for breast self-examination is:
 
  1. 5 to 7 days after menses cease.
  2. day 1 of the endometrial cycle.
  3. midmenstrual cycle.
  4. any time during a shower or bath.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

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1. Correct. The physiologic alterations in breast size and activity reach their minimal level about 5 to 7 days after menstruation stops. Therefore, BSE is best carried out during this phase of the menstrual cycle.
2, 3, 4. Incorrect. Although it is important for all women to perform a BSE, the best time is 5 to 7 days after the menses cease.


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