Breast Facts
The upper, outer quadrant of the breast is known as this
tail of spence
During inspection, the nurse notes the size and contour of the joints. They also look for these three things
colour, swelling, masses/deformity
This important initiative contributes to early diagnosis of breast cancer
screening
Rheumatoid arthritis pain is worse in the morning, whereas the pain associated with this type of arthritis worsens as the day goes on
osteoarthritis
this is the initial step in examining the breasts
inspection
This group of axillary nodes receives lymph from the three other groups
central axillary nodes
During palpation of the MSK system, if these signs are noted, it may indicate inflammation or infection
heat, tenderness, swelling, masses
This increases the risk for recurrent breast cancer
past breast cancer
These are the most common (general) concerns with the MSK system
joint pain & loss of function
Doing this provides the nurse with better and more thorough visualization of the breast tissue
changing positions
This tissue surrounds the nipple
areola
During physical assessment, ROM is performed actively by the client. If there is a limitation, the nurse performs passive ROM. What are the 2 STOP signs?
pain & resistance
You carry double the risk for developing breast cancer if this type of relative has had breast cancer
first degree relative
This degenerative condition involves the deterioration of the joints and impacts nearly all adults over 60
osteoarthritis
This is done when there is a potential issue noted during breast inspection
palpation
A decrease in this causes the glandular tissue of the breast to atrophy
estrogen
Muscle strength can be determined by doing this
Applying opposing force to muscle during flexion/ROM
This type of imaging is used to screen for breast cancer
mammogram
The common name for 'bunion', a deformity resulting in an outward deviation of the great toe
hallux valgus
This position is recommended for breast palpation
supine, arm above head, small pad under shoulder
This benign condition in males may result from testosterone deficiency
gynecomastia
These practitioners are the best to perform a detailed MSK assessment and functional assessment
physiotherapist & occupational therapist
Screening with mammography is recommended at this frequency for women ages 50-74
every 2-3 years
encourage independence & perform ROM
These are potential warning signs of breast cancer
dimpling, nipple changes, orange peel skin, nipple discharge, palpable firm, irregular and fixated lump