Breast Health Basics
This type of breast tissue examination should be done monthly at home.
What is a breast self-exam?
The first type of bra recommended immediately after surgery.
What is a post-surgery bra?
The part of a bra that wraps around the body, usually under the bust.
What is the band?
When greeting a customer, it’s important to make them feel this.
What is comfortable/at ease?
The Anita Care Breast Form was designed specifically for light support and comfort.
What is Velvety Softlite?
The medical imaging test recommended annually for women over 40.
What is a mammogram?
This feature of a post-surgery bra helps reduce swelling and provides gentle compression.
What is an adjustable hook-and-eye or soft support?
Cups that are seamless and designed for maximum support.
What are moulded cups?
Listening carefully and validating emotions is part of this type of care.
What is empathetic care?
This product is ideal for post-mastectomy women who prefer a natural look.
What is Velvety or Trinature Soft?
The two main types of breast surgery that affect bra fitting.
What are lumpectomy and mastectomy?
Prosthetic pockets are typically found in this type of bra.
What is a mastectomy bra?
This bra type is designed for minimizing movement during activity.
What is a sports bra?
Asking about the customer’s needs without assuming is an example of this communication technique.
What is open-ended questioning?
Compression bras help with this post-surgery issue.
What is swelling or lymphedema prevention?
Name one common symptom that should prompt a patient to see a doctor.
What is a lump, nipple discharge, or skin change?
Name a product designed for partial breast loss.
What is Sequitex Partial or Trinature Soft Partial?
A bra feature that allows for removable padding or prosthetic inserts.
What is a pocketed cup?
Using correct terminology when discussing surgery helps build this.
What is trust/confidence?
Product suitable for partial breast loss or asymmetry.
What is Sequitex Partial?
The muscle most affected by upper body surgery, often considered when recommending post-surgery bras.
What is the pectoralis major?
True or False: A standard underwire bra is recommended immediately after surgery.
What is False?
This measurement difference between the band and bust helps determine bra size.
What is cup size?
One way to support customers beyond product advice.
What is offering education, guidance, or resources?
This fabric feature helps absorb moisture and keeps skin comfortable.
What is terry cloth lining?