During the physical exam, the nurse practitioner feels a “lump” in her breast. The practitioner knows that if this is a cancerous lump, it will exhibit which characteristics?
1. A nurse is caring for a patient who is scheduled for a breast examination and is preparing patient education.a. What areas of concern should the nurse include in the patient’s preparation for the assessment?b. What areas should be addressed for the prevention and/or early detection of breast cancer?2. A new patient is having her first physical exam at the women’s clinic. She is in her early 50’s and states that she has, “neglected to take care of herself while she was raising her children.” She has not had a breast exam or Pap smear for over 10 years. During the physical exam, the nurse practitioner feels a “lump” in her breast. The practitioner knows that if this is a cancerous lump, it will exhibit which characteristics?
