Question 1
A woman’s chart reveals she has superficial breast cysts. What assessment finding does the healthcare professional correlate with this condition?
◦ Hard, painful lump
◦ Reddened skin surrounding the lump
◦ Squishy feeling and easily palpated
◦ Dimpling on the surface of the breast
Question 2
A woman has been diagnosed with a simple fibroadenoma. What treatment does the healthcare provider educate the woman about?
◦ A repeat biopsy in 6 months
◦ More frequent mammograms
◦ Nothing; no treatment is needed.
◦ Rapid surgical excision and chemotherapy