A mass is found on a mammogram of a 42-year-old female patient and a cyst is confirmed by an ultrasound of the breast. The nurse understands that the next course of action for this patient would be to:
1. adopt the "watch and wait" approach.
2. reduce caffeine intake.
3. apply warm soaks to the cyst.
4. undergo a surgical biopsy.
Correct Answer: 4
A percutaneous needle biopsy is used to define cystic mass or fibrocystic changes and provide specimens for cytologic examination, and a breast biopsy. In aspiration biopsy or fine-needle aspiration biopsy, a needle is used to remove cells or fluid from the breast lesion. Fine needle aspiration biopsies are performed using a stereotactic biopsy device with mammography and a computer to guide the needle. Breast masses are not watched. Reducing caffeine intake is suggested for women with fibrocystic breast disease. Warm soaks are not applicable for this condition.
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