Test your knowledge about breast self-exam
1. Breast self-exam involves inspecting one's breasts in front of a mirror as well as feeling the breast tissue for lumps. (True or False).
2. Palpation of breast tissue means using the fingertips of the hand to feel the breast tissue for possible lumps. (True or False).
3. The right hand is used to examine the right breast, the left hand is used to examine the left breast. ( True or False).
4. The best position for doing breast self-exam is to lie on your back with a pillow under your head. (True or False).
5. It is normal to feel a firm ridge of tissue running horizontally below each nipple when doing breast self exam. (True or False).
6. Each breast should be examined by moving the fingertips in a circular, up and down line or wedge pattern, which covers the entire breast area. ( True or False)
7. The nipple should be checked for discharge only if a lump is found in that breast. (True or False).
8. When is the best time to examine your breasts for lumps?
Answers:
1)True
2)True
3)False
4)False
5)True
6)True
7)False
8)5-7 days after your period.
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