ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 2 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing a breast examination on a client. The nurse understands that examining the upper outer quadrant of the breast is especially important because this part is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. The upper outer quadrant of the breast is where most breast tumors are found due to the higher concentration of glandular tissue in that area. This makes it a crucial area to examine during a breast examination as early detection of tumors increases the chances of successful treatment.
Choice B is incorrect because injury and calcifications are not necessarily more prone in the upper outer quadrant compared to other areas of the breast.
Choice C is incorrect as the upper outer quadrant is not the largest quadrant of the breast.
Choice D is incorrect as most of the suspensory ligaments attach to the chest wall rather than the upper outer quadrant specifically.
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