Author Question: During a discussion about BSEs with a 30-year-old woman, which of these statements by the nurse is ... (Read 131 times)

haleyc112 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

During a discussion about BSEs with a 30-year-old woman, which of these statements by the nurse is most appropriate?

a. The best time to examine your breasts is during ovulation.
b. Examine your breasts every month on the same day of the month.
c. Examine your breasts shortly after your menstrual period each month.
d. The best time to examine your breasts is immediately before menstruation.

Question 2

The nurse is discussing BSEs with a postmenopausal woman. The best time for postmenopausal women to perform BSEs is:

a. On the same day every month.
b. Daily, during the shower or bath.
c. One week after her menstrual period.
d. Every year with her annual gynecologic examination.

amcvicar · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The best time to conduct a BSE is shortly after the menstrual period when the breasts are the smallest and least congested.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Postmenopausal women are no longer experiencing regular menstrual cycles but need to continue to perform BSEs on a monthly basis. Choosing the same day of the month is a helpful reminder to perform the examination.