An older adult patient has rheumatoid arthritis, which limits her manual dexterity and ability to perform breast self-examinations. To address the patient's need for breast health promotion, the nurse teaches the patient to
a. use the palm of her hand to perform monthly breast examinations.
b. schedule a mammogram every 12 months.
c. check each breast while in the shower if possible.
d. visit her physician yearly for a breast ex-amination.
A
Older women, while having the highest incidence of breast cancer, have been shown to have the least knowledge about the importance of breast examination. Modifying and encouraging self−breast examination would be the most effective intervention to promote breast health. The other actions are good but not as helpful as adapting the technique of self-exam so the woman can accomplish it.
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