Physical Examination
Describe the correct location of nipples on the breast?
Symmetrically placed on the same plane
Is supernumerary breast or nipple abnormal?
supernumerary breast
What does lobulated mean?
Having lobes
How many lymph node locations are there for the breast examination?
4
What is the abnormal finding from a nipple assessment?
pathologic discharge
what does erythematous mean?
abnormal redness
Is galactorrhea normal after pregnancy?
Yes
Dippling or puckering is a sign of what?
Skin retraction
what does fibrosis mean?
painful or lumpy breasts
What does "B" in ABCDE stand for?
Border
Lag in movement in one breast is a sign of what?
Fibrosis
What does supernumerary nipple mean?
Extra nipple
Name the 4 lymph node locations
1. Central axillary
2. Pectoral
3. Subscapular
4. Lateral
What is pathological discharge?
It is spontaneous, unilateral, has blood, or is clear, serous, and is sometimes associated with a mass
What does unilateral dilated superficial veins mean?
dilated veins on one breast