The nurse is teaching a 45-year-old woman about her fibrocystic breast condition. Which statement by the client indicates a lack of understanding?
a. "This condition will become malignant over time."
b. "I should refrain from using hormone replacement therapy."
c. "One cup of coffee in the morning should be enough for me."
d. "This condition makes it more difficult to examine my breasts."
ANS: A
Fibrocystic breast condition does not increase a woman's chance of developing breast cancer. Hormone replacement therapy is not indicated since the additional estrogen may aggravate the condition. Limiting caffeine intake may give relief for tender breasts. The fibrocystic changes to the breasts make it more difficult to examine the breasts because of fibrotic changes and lumps.
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