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Anatomy and Physiology of the Female Breast Questions
Question 1 of 5
A benign breast condition that includes dilation and inflammation of the collecting ducts is known as
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C, ductal ectasia. This condition involves dilation and inflammation of the collecting ducts in the breast. Fibroadenoma (choice A) is a benign tumor composed of glandular and connective tissue. Choices B and D do not provide relevant information related to the dilation and inflammation of breast ducts. Therefore, they are incorrect choices.
Question 2 of 5
The physician diagnoses a 3-cm cyst in the ovary of a 28-year-old patient. You expect the initial treatment to include
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because examining the patient after her next menstrual period allows for monitoring the cyst's size and nature. This approach is conservative and avoids unnecessary interventions like hormone therapy or surgery. Monitoring the cyst over time can help determine if it is benign or requires further treatment. Initiating hormone therapy (choice A) is not necessary at this point and may not address the cyst. Scheduling a laparoscopy to remove the cyst (choice B) is invasive and premature without first observing the cyst's behavior. Waiting for the next menstrual period allows for a more informed decision-making process based on the cyst's response to hormonal changes.
Question 3 of 5
Which treatment option minimizes the development of lymphedema in the surgical management of a patient with breast cancer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Sentinel lymph node mapping. This procedure helps identify and remove only the lymph nodes most likely to contain cancer cells, reducing the risk of lymphedema. A: Radical mastectomy is an extensive surgery that may increase the risk of lymphedema. B: Radiation therapy can also contribute to lymphedema. D: Ultrasound is not a treatment option for minimizing lymphedema in breast cancer surgery. Therefore, C is the best choice for minimizing the development of lymphedema.
Question 4 of 5
Before the nurse encourages this patient to begin annual screening, it is important for her to understand the reasons why women avoid testing. These reasons include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Expense of the procedure. This is correct because cost can be a significant barrier to healthcare access, including screening tests. Women may avoid testing due to financial constraints. A: Fear of x-ray exposure is not typically a reason for avoiding annual screening, as modern screening methods use minimal radiation. C: Reluctance to hear bad news may be a concern, but it is not a common reason for avoiding testing altogether. D: Having heard that the test is painful is not a typical reason for avoiding annual screening, as most screening tests are not painful.
Question 5 of 5
What is the primary function of the endometrial layer of the uterus?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Prepare to receive and nourish a fertilized ovum (blastocyst). The primary function of the endometrial layer of the uterus is to provide a suitable environment for implantation and nourishment of a fertilized egg. During the menstrual cycle, the endometrial layer thickens in preparation for potential pregnancy. If fertilization occurs, the blastocyst implants into the endometrium for further development. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as the endometrial layer does not primarily function to increase in density during each cycle, produce ovulation-regulating hormones, or maintain pregnancy, respectively.